Attorney General would appoint board to advise federal justice programs

A 26-member science board would advise the Attorney General. Its advice would cover criminal and youth justice research and what it could mean for federal, state, and local justice agencies. The board would meet regularly and recommend how the Justice Department supports research, statistics, and grant programs.

The Attorney General would appoint 26 board members. Members would include people from education and criminal and youth justice work. At least eight members would be researchers. At least 16 would need the highest degree in their field, published research, and a leading research role. The Attorney General would consult a senior Justice Department official and consider recommendations from agency leaders. Each member would serve a four-year term.

The Attorney General would report on the board's status and work. The reports would go to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees. The first report would be due within 90 days after enactment, followed by a report each year.