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US HR1351

US HR1351
SURVIVE Act Securing Urgent Resources Vital to Indian Victim Empowerment Act


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Introduced
02/25/2019
In Committee
03/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

To amend the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to secure urgent resources vital to Indian victims of crime, and for other purposes. This bill requires the Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime to make grants to Native American tribes for programs and services for crime victims, such as domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, child abuse programs, child advocacy centers, elder abuse programs, medical care, legal services, relocation, and transitional housing. In addition, the bill makes 5% of the Crime Victims Fund available for these grants.

AI Summary

This bill, the SURVIVE Act (Securing Urgent Resources Vital to Indian Victim Empowerment Act), amends the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to establish a grant program for the Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime to provide funding to Native American tribes for programs and services for crime victims. The bill requires that 5% of the Crime Victims Fund be made available for these grants, which can be used for services such as domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, medical care, legal services, and transitional housing for Indian victims of crime. The bill also includes provisions to protect the confidentiality and privacy of victims receiving these services.

Committee Categories

Justice, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 03/25/2019)

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