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June 20, 2009 (Washington, DC) – Congressman Bob Filner announces that he has secured significant funding for critical community projects within California’s 51st District through the bi-partisan Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations bill as follows:
• $1.2 million for the Regional Communications System Upgrade through the County of San Diego, which will also benefit Imperial County
• $200,000 for Gang and Drug Crime Investigation and Prosecution efforts through the County of San Diego District Attorney’s office
• $350,000 for the Regional Gang Enforcement Collaborative through the County of San Diego Sheriff’s Department
• $400,000 for the Prisoner Re-entry Employment Program through San Diego Second Chance
• $95,000 for the Homeless Outreach Program and Enforcement (HOPE) Project through the City of National City, CA
• $100,000 for the Turning the Hearts Center in Chula Vista, CA.
“These are key investments in our priorities,” said Rep. Filner. “As a result of this bill and the Recovery Act we passed earlier this year, we’re boosting crime prevention and noticeably improving people’s lives.”
The bill aspires to lay a new foundation for lasting prosperity and security with investments in programs that help local and state governments keep their citizens safe, plus research and development programs that facilitate scientific innovation and discovery.
In the areas of justice and crime-prevention, the legislation:
• Significantly increases funding for the FBI to boost our national security efforts, address the growing threat of cyber crime and prosecute financial fraud.
• Invests heavily in protecting our borders, providing $2 billion for the Drug Enforcement Administration to combat drug trafficking with 128 new positions in the Southwest and enhanced resources to investigate, disrupt and dismantle major Mexican drug cartels.
• Provides additional funding for the prosecution of violent crimes against women and strengthens services for the victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Invests $1.1 billion in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to reduce violent crime and combat drug trafficking along the southwest border.
The bill also makes significant investments in scientific research and innovation. Specifically, the legislation:
• Helps our students succeed in a global job market by investing in science, technology, engineering and math education.
• Renews our commitment to reduce global climate change with funding for research.
• Invests $6.9 billion in the National Science Foundation for the most promising scientific research and innovation.
“America’s success has always depended on our ability to innovate,” said Rep. Filner. “To keep up and compete in a new global economy, we must support scientific research, discovery and education at every level. I’m proud to say that this bill makes historic investments to encourage the work of our scientists, researchers, students and educators.”
Roll-call votes for this bill were not yet available as of press deadline. We will add the votes of San Diego's other representatives as soon as the roll call votes are posted.
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