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Military Family Violence Prevention: New Support and Policies

This act aims to strengthen programs for preventing and responding to domestic abuse and child neglect within military families. It means improved access to information about available support, streamlined incident reporting, and enhanced collaboration among various services, ultimately increasing the safety and well-being of military families.
Key points
Improved access to information on support programs for military families, including options for reporting abuse.
Enhanced collaboration among various military services for more effective violence prevention and response.
Introduction of a pilot program to inform families about available resources during DEERS enrollment.
Requirement for reporting staffing levels in family support programs to ensure adequate resources.
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Print number: 117_HR_2146
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Family Violence Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2146.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved access to information on support programs for military families, including options for reporting abuse.
  • Enhanced collaboration among various military services for more effective violence prevention and response.
  • Introduction of a pilot program to inform families about available resources during DEERS enrollment.
  • Requirement for reporting staffing levels in family support programs to ensure adequate resources.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Family Security