Building Civic Bridges Act

The Building Civic Bridges Act establishes a new Office of Civic Bridgebuilding within the Corporation for National and Community Service to oversee a pilot grant program. This program awards competitive grants to nonprofits, community groups, schools, and local governments for projects that reduce conflict, improve social cohesion, and address public concerns like health or environmental needs by engaging diverse communities across polarization. Grant applicants must demonstrate research-based approaches, ensure participant safety (especially for marginalized groups), and report outcomes using standardized criteria. The program is funded at $15 million annually for 2025-2027, with the Comptroller General required to assess its effectiveness and report to Congress after each 3-year period.