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This bill, known as the "Supporting the Abused by Learning Options to Navigate Survivor Stories Act" or the "SALONS Stories Act," amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide financial incentives for states that implement domestic violence prevention training for cosmetologists and barbers. The bill defines an "eligible state" as one requiring cosmetologists and barbers to undergo qualifying training provided by a victim service provider at no cost. This training would teach professionals how to recognize, respond to, and refer clients experiencing domestic violence, and may also cover topics like sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence. The Attorney General can increase grants to these states by up to 10% of their recent award amounts, with a maximum grant increase period of three years. The bill authorizes $5 million in appropriations annually from 2027 to 2033 to support this initiative. The goal is to leverage professionals in personal service industries who may have unique opportunities to identify and help potential domestic violence victims by providing them with specialized training and resources.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/520/all-info