Assembly Bill 957 aims to enhance law enforcement efforts against Internet crimes targeting children by allocating additional funding to the Department of Justice. Specifically, the bill proposes an appropriation of $400,000 for each year of the 2025-27 fiscal biennium, which will be used to bolster resources and initiatives aimed at combating these crimes.

The bill includes a fiscal change that increases the dollar amount for the Department of Justice's appropriation under section 20.455 (2) (a) by $400,000 for both fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27. This funding is intended to support law enforcement activities related to Internet crimes against children, reflecting a commitment to improving child safety in the digital environment.