Bills · HR 5702
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5702Crime and Law Enforcement
Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act
INTRO OCT 6· LAST ACTION OCT 6
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill is important because it addresses a significant gap in how victims of violence are often treated when they seek help from various institutions. Without proper training, interactions with healthcare, school, or emergency systems can sometimes be unhelpful or even cause further distress to individuals who have experienced trauma. If this bill becomes law, victims could receive more sensitive, effective, and comprehensive care, potentially leading to better health outcomes, increased trust in support systems, and a reduction in the psychological harm caused by insensitive responses.
If the bill does not become law, the current fragmented and potentially insensitive approaches to victim care may continue. This could leave survivors vulnerable to further emotional harm, discourage them from seeking necessary help, and perpetuate a cycle where their needs are not fully met by the systems designed to assist them. It aims to improve the public health response to a widespread societal issue.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a competitive grant program for healthcare facilities, schools, and emergency services to train their staff on trauma-informed, victim-centered care for survivors of various forms of violence.
This creates a dedicated funding stream to improve the quality of care and support for victims when they interact with critical service providers.
PROVISION 02
Requires grant recipients to collaborate with national, regional, or local victim services organizations to ensure a coordinated community response.
This fosters better coordination between healthcare systems and specialized victim support groups, creating a more holistic and effective response.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that the training covers complex cases, including those involving alcohol/drugs, strangulation, and specific vulnerable populations like victims with disabilities or LGBTQ+ individuals.
This ensures that training is comprehensive and addresses the diverse and often complicated realities faced by different victim groups.
PROVISION 04
Requires grant recipients to partner with research institutions to evaluate the effectiveness of the training and policies, with preliminary results made publicly available.
This promotes accountability and ensures that the program's impact is measured and can be continuously improved based on evidence.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $10 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund this demonstration grant program.
This provides the necessary financial commitment to launch and sustain the demonstration program over several years.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSOCT 6
Introduced in House
OCT 6
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5702
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 6, 2025
Last actionOct 6, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 6, 2025
House BillHR 5702Crime and Law Enforcement
Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act
INTRODUCED OCT 6, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 6, 2025
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