Federal and state grants for police and fire departments
Lansing
Summary
A federal grant covers 75% of the cost of a dedicated police detective and crime analyst who investigate violence-against-women cases referred through the state. It's recurring, meaning the position can continue year to year if the grant is renewed.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The federal grant covers 75% of the dedicated detective and crime analyst's cost, so the city funds about a quarter of it.
Survivors of domestic violence and violence against women, whose cases get dedicated investigative resources.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Committee on Ways and Means - Oct 1, 2026
A federal grant covers 75% of the cost of a dedicated police detective and crime analyst who investigate violence-against-women cases referred through the state. It's recurring, meaning the position can continue year to year if the grant is renewed.
Committee on Ways and Means - Sep 21, 2026
Lansing's police and fire departments are bringing in more than $200,000 in grant money with zero local match — meaning no cost to taxpayers. The funds buy a tactical robot for police negotiations, updated fingerprint technology, overtime traffic enforcement, and homeland security/hazmat rescue capabilities.
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