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Enhanced Support for Victims of Gun Violence and Homicide Victims' Families.

This act amends crime victim assistance grants to prioritize programs aiding victims of firearm violence and families of homicide victims. This means more financial resources will be directed to these groups, potentially improving access to psychological, legal, and financial support for those affected by such tragedies.
Key points
Programs assisting victims of firearm violence and families of homicide victims will receive priority for grant funding.
States receiving funds must reserve at least 10% for each priority group, including victims of firearm violence and families of homicide victims.
The changes aim to increase support for those most affected by tragic events, providing faster and more targeted assistance.
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Print number: 117_HR_7533
Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Process start date: 2022-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to provide that recipients of crime victim assistance grants shall prioritize programs that provide assistance to victims of firearm violence or the family members of victims of homicide, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7533.

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 2022-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Programs assisting victims of firearm violence and families of homicide victims will receive priority for grant funding.
  • States receiving funds must reserve at least 10% for each priority group, including victims of firearm violence and families of homicide victims.
  • The changes aim to increase support for those most affected by tragic events, providing faster and more targeted assistance.
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. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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