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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require benefit eligibility determinations to be made within a certain period of time.
AI Summary
This bill, named the "Officer John Barnes Act", amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 by adding a new requirement for the Bureau (which appears to be related to benefits for law enforcement or crime victims) to complete benefit eligibility determinations within 270 calendar days (approximately 9 months) after receiving a claim. Specifically, the bill mandates that the Bureau must inform the claimant of their determination regarding benefit eligibility within this timeframe. This provision aims to ensure that individuals seeking benefits receive a timely response about their claim status, potentially providing more transparency and accountability in the benefits application process for claimants.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Randy Weber (R)*,
Brian Babin (R),
Dan Crenshaw (R),
Brandon Gill (R),
Trent Kelly (R),
Mike Lawler (R),
Troy Nehls (R),
Burgess Owens (R),
Keith Self (R),
G.T. Thompson (R),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 02/13/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1360/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1360/BILLS-119hr1360ih.pdf |
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