The Legislation

The Youth PROMISE Act as proposed in the House and Senate is a breakthrough piece of legislation that will implement and fund evidence-based practices related to juvenile justice and criminal gang activity.  It will work to interrupt the cradle to prison pipeline that is far too common today - by supporting proven prevention and intervention strategies.  The act will not just encourage, but require local leadership and oversight of these programs through community based committees. All credible research shows that evidenced-based prevention programs for at-risk youth will greatly reduce crime and save much more than they cost. And most importantly, these programs save lives.

Bill Summary (PDF) Overview and Need (PDF) Read the Bill (PDF) Key Highlights (PDF) U.S. House Co-Sponsors (link) U.S. Senate Co-Sponsors (link)	About the Bill Learn more about the Youth PROMISE Act through the Bill Summary and our Overview and Need flyer.  You can also check out the entire bill here or read our Key Highlights paper.  Make sure to check if your Representatives or Senators are currently signed on!
Endorsements (link)	Endorsements The Youth PROMISE Act Coalition currently has over 250 members from across the country, including several influential individuals and local governments.  Also be sure to check out some of the great press the legislation has received.
Bill Summary (PDF) Overview and Need (PDF) Key Highlights (PDF) Youth PROMISE Act Talking Points (PDF) Youth PROMISE Act Elevator Speeches (PDF)	Resources Learning to speak persuasively about a piece of legislation requires two things: passion and knowledge.  Read up on the Youth PROMISE Act with the Bill Summary, Overview and Need, and Key Highlights.  Practice some Youth PROMISE Act talking points and look over our short speeches you can share with your friends about the legislation.