Search Results for keywords:"victim support services"

Search Results: keywords:"victim support services"

S. 5086 — To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to have an independent advocate for campus sexual assault prevention and response.
September 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,235
S. 5086, also known as the "Survivor Outreach and Support Campus Act," proposes amending the Higher Education Act of 1965. It mandates that colleges and universities receiving federal financial aid must appoint an independent advocate to support students who have experienced...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants colleges to have a special helper for students who have been hurt in a bad way, so they can feel safe and get help like visiting a doctor or talking to someone who listens. This helper should be on the students' side and not have their own interests mixed with the school's.
H. R. 7308 — To direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program to establish, implement, and administer violent incident clearance and technology investigative methods, and for other purposes.
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February 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,340
H.R. 7308, also known as the "VICTIM Act of 2024," aims to improve the clearance rates of violent crimes like homicides and firearm-related incidents by establishing a grant program run by the Attorney General. The bill allows for funding to law enforcement agencies to enhance investigative...
Simple Explanation
The VICTIM Act of 2024 is like a big helping hand from the government to the police, giving them money to solve crimes better by using new tools and working with the community, but everyone needs to make sure they use the money wisely and fairly.
S. 4947 — To improve passenger vessel security and safety, and for other purposes.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:11,315
The Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2024 aims to enhance the security and safety of cruise ship passengers. It establishes new standards for passenger rights, consumer protection, crime reporting, and assistance for victims of crime on cruise ships. The bill also mandates...
Simple Explanation
The Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2024 is like a set of new rules to keep people safe and happy when they go on big boats called cruise ships. It makes sure there are safety cameras, clear information, and help if anything bad happens.

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