arrow_back Back to App

Improved Data Collection on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity of Deceased

This act aims to enhance the collection of data on the sexual orientation and gender identity of deceased individuals within the violent death reporting system. The collected information will be confidential and help to better understand the causes and circumstances of deaths, potentially influencing future public health and safety initiatives.
Key points
Mandates collection of sexual orientation and gender identity data for deceased individuals in the National Violent Death Reporting System.
Ensures strict confidentiality and privacy standards for all collected data.
Authorizes $25 million in funding for fiscal year 2022 to support these efforts.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3834
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Sean Patrick [D-NY-18]
Process start date: 2021-06-11