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Montgomery County boosts funding for hate crime prevention - WTOP News
- Montgomery County increased hate crime prevention funding to $1.7 million for fiscal 2026.
- County Executive Marc Elrich framed the funding as a safety commitment for diverse communities.
- Officials highlighted that many hate incidents target race and religion in the county.
- The funding supports security improvements such as staffing, cameras, and lighting at houses of worship and nonprofits.
- Officials cited a 2024 county report showing hundreds of hate incidents.
- Community leaders praised the county’s proactive, responsive approach to security.
- The initiative aims to reassure residents that everyone deserves to feel safe at places of worship.
- The funding increase was announced by County Executive Elrich alongside Council President Natali Fani-González.
- Hodgson noted threats range from graffiti to online and phone intimidation.
- The county sees the funds as a powerful message supporting safety for all residents.
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