ACT Now: Mayor Bowser unveils new legislation to curb Washington, D.C. crime rates

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Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced new legislation Mondayaimed at reducing crime in the nation's capital.

WASHINGTON —The Addressing Crime Trends Now Act will address recent crime trends and hold criminals accountable, according to Bowser's office.

Limiting loitering by reinstating the ability of the MPD Chief to declare drug-free zones for 120 hours to prohibit people from congregating on public space for the purchase, sale, or use of illegal drugs. The establishment of temporary drug-free zones can interrupt this activity and allow neighborhoods to clean up and reclaim public space.

"At a time when we're dealing with historically low staffing levels, these amendments seek to make some common-sense changes recognizing the operational concerns our officers see every day, while also supporting police accountability and public safety," said Bowser.

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