Arizona Gov. Ducey allocates over $1M in federal funding to assist survivors of crime

PHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Wednesday announced over $1 million in American Federal Rescue Plan funding toward helping hundreds of residents who are victims of crime and require financial support.

Approximately $1.2 million will go to survivors of crime for expenses, such as medical or dental needs, lost wages and some transportation costs, officials announced.

The funding may help up to 400 people who have experienced financial loss as a result of criminal activity and will go to the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s Victims Compensation and Assistance Fund.

Ducey said in a statement protecting vulnerable Arizonans is a “top priority.”

“We must do more to ensure they are protected and secure — and today’s investment will help those affected by crime access much-needed resources and services,” he said.

In August, Ducey approved other programs that would be require federal funding, including $65 million to expand learning programs and $163 million to boost per person spending in Arizona schools.

Around $435 million in funding approved by the Board of Supervisors was allocated to Maricopa County in June. It aims to bring services and stability to people impacted by the pandemic.

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