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Tech Safety for Victims: Pilot Program and Education

This act establishes a pilot program to assist victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault who experience technology-related abuse. It provides funding for victim support organizations to acquire new devices and implement other measures to reduce technological harm. Additionally, the act creates an educational program to train those assisting victims on how to address technology-related abuse.
Key points
Victim Support: A pilot program will provide funds for safe devices and other services for individuals experiencing technological abuse.
Education and Training: Educational programs will be developed for organizations and individuals assisting victims to better address new forms of online harassment.
Expert Collaboration: The act encourages cooperation between technology institutions and victim support centers to provide specialized assistance.
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Print number: 117_HR_9544
Sponsor: Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2022-12-14