Lawless Cities Accountability Act of 2023

HR 1365, the Lawless Cities Accountability Act of 2023, would withhold all federal funds from cities or states the Attorney General designates as "lawless jurisdictions." It directly affects any state or local government that, according to the bill, fails to enforce law and order - such as by defunding police, refusing federal assistance during violence, or blocking officers from restoring safety. The bill requires the Attorney General to publicly identify these jurisdictions within 30 days of enactment and quarterly thereafter, with funds only reinstated after 180 days or if the designation ends. This policy change shifts federal funding authority to the Attorney General based on specific criteria outlined in the bill.