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Preventing Domestic Violence Homicides: Lethality Assessment Programs

This act aims to support programs that quickly identify domestic violence victims at high risk of serious injury or death. This will enable first responders and support organizations to react more effectively and protect individuals in danger, connecting them with local support services.
Key points
Financial support for lethality assessment programs to identify high-risk domestic violence victims.
Training for first responders and the justice system to better recognize and respond to lethal threats.
Rapid connection of domestic violence victims to local community-based victim service providers.
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Print number: 117_HR_1907
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Anthony G. [D-MD-4]
Process start date: 2021-03-16