T. Gorton: “States and localities must match up to 25 percent of the cost of the program, and no more than 10 percent of the formula…”

“States and localities must match up to 25 percent of the cost of the program, and no more than 10 percent of the formula grant to a State can be used for administrative purposes. Most of it, in fact, gets through to the streets, to the law enforcement agencies which deal with drugs themselves. Twenty different law enforcement activities are included within Byrne grants. Multijurisdictional task forces that integrate Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies and prosecutors, demand reduction education programs like the DARE Program, programs designed to target clandestine drug labs, community and neighborhood crime prevention programs and white collar crime and organized crime. Of all the activities permitted under Byrne grants, the multijurisdictional task forces are among the most cost effective and productive in the fight against crime. In the State of Washington, a total 21 multijurisdictional task forces, the drug prosecution assistance program, and several community policing programs were funded with Byrne grants during this current fiscal year for a total of $7 million. More than half of that amount was dedicated toward the task forces, with the Washington State Patrol playing an important role as coordinator and supervisor. Uncommon cooperation among State and local law enforcement has made Washington State's task forces renowned for their efficiency and effectiveness.”