Bills · S 1931
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1931Crime and Law Enforcement
A bill to provide additional funding to States that provide certain rights to sexual assault survivors, and for other purposes.
INTRO JUN 3· LAST ACTION JUN 3
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to standardize and strengthen the rights of sexual assault survivors across the United States. If it becomes law, it could lead to more states adopting comprehensive protections for survivors, ensuring they are informed about their case, are not charged for forensic exams, and have their evidence preserved for a longer, consistent period. This addresses a common issue where the rights and treatment of survivors can vary significantly depending on where they live.
Without this bill, states might continue with a patchwork of laws and policies, leading to inconsistencies in survivor protections and evidence preservation. This bill seeks to create a baseline of support and rights for survivors, which could improve their experience within the justice system and potentially increase reporting and prosecution of sexual assault cases by building greater trust and consistency.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Changes the criteria for states to receive increased federal grant funding by allowing states to qualify through a combination of laws, regulations, practices, or policies, not just specific laws, to provide survivor rights.
This makes it easier for states to qualify for federal funds, potentially encouraging more states to implement survivor protections without needing to pass a single new law.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a tiered funding structure, allocating 60% of funds to states with specific laws, 25% to those with a combination of measures, and 15% to those with similar combined measures, with states only eligible for one tier.
This new allocation system categorizes and incentivizes different levels of state commitment to survivor rights, potentially guiding states toward more robust protections.
PROVISION 03
Extends the minimum preservation period for sexual assault evidence kits to not less than 20 years.
This provides survivors with a longer, more consistent timeframe for evidence to be available should they decide to pursue legal action, regardless of state-specific statutes of limitations.
PROVISION 04
Removes the requirement that survivor requests for notification before disposal of evidence kits or for further preservation must be made in writing.
This makes it simpler and more accessible for survivors to communicate their wishes regarding their evidence, reducing potential barriers.
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R· Iowa
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 3
Introduced in Senate
JUN 3
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1931
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 3, 2025
Last actionJun 3, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 3, 2025
Senate BillS 1931Crime and Law Enforcement
A bill to provide additional funding to States that provide certain rights to sexual assault survivors, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED JUN 3, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 3, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
2
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