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Introduced
03/17/2021
03/17/2021
In Committee
05/18/2021
05/18/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To direct the Attorney General to conduct studies on child custody and divorce in domestic violence cases, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Act, directs the Attorney General to conduct two studies. The first study investigates whether victims of domestic violence are more likely to lose primary custody of their children to an abusive partner or the state, including a review of state laws and regulations, and recommendations on how to better protect victims and their children. The second study examines the direct and collateral economic costs and risks of divorce from an abusive partner for victims of domestic violence, including the payment of alimony, legal fees, spousal support, or the division of property, and provides recommendations based on the findings.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 05/18/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1991/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1991/BILLS-117hr1991ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1991/BILLS-117hr1991ih.pdf.pdf |
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