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S. 1931: To provide additional funding to States that provide certain rights to sexual assault survivors, and for other purposes.

This bill aims to provide additional funding to states that have implemented specific rights for survivors of sexual assault. It proposes several key changes and incentives to improve support for these individuals.

Funding Incentives for States

  • The Attorney General will increase financial grants to states that establish laws providing rights to sexual assault survivors. The rights should align at least with those specified in section 3772 of title 18 of the United States Code.
  • Funding will be allocated based on a tiered structure:
    • 60% of the funds will go to states with laws meeting the highest criteria (as per paragraph 2(A)).
    • 25% will go to states with laws that meet slightly less stringent criteria (per paragraph 2(B)).
    • 15% will be allocated to states with laws that provide rights substantially similar to those outlined (paragraph 2(C)).
  • States are allowed to qualify for funding under only one of the tier categories, not multiples.

Preservation of Evidence Kits

The proposed legislation also aims to ensure the preservation of evidence collected from sexual assault cases. It will amend current laws to require that:

  • Evidence kits are retained for a minimum of 20 years.

Notification Process for Evidence Kits

The bill modifies the procedure for how survivors are notified regarding their evidence kits. The modification specifies that:

  • The requirement for a "written request" by the survivor is changed to a simpler "request." This could potentially streamline the process for survivors inquiring about the status of their evidence kits or asking for further preservation.

Overall Purpose

The overarching goal of the bill is to enhance the rights of sexual assault survivors at the state level, ensure adequate support and funding for these initiatives, and improve the procedures involved in handling sensitive evidence related to sexual assault cases.

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Date Action
Jun. 03, 2025 Introduced in Senate
Jun. 03, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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