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Enhanced Criminal Investigations: New DNA Methods for Law Enforcement

The Carla Walker Act of 2022 establishes a grant program to support state and local law enforcement agencies in using advanced DNA analysis techniques. This will enable police and prosecutors to more effectively identify perpetrators of crimes and unidentified victims, thereby increasing public safety and helping to solve cold cases.
Key points
New funding for police and prosecutors for advanced DNA testing in criminal cases.
Enabling the use of forensic genetic genealogical DNA analysis to generate investigative leads.
Improving the identification of criminal perpetrators and unidentified victims, especially when standard DNA methods have failed.
Enhancing public safety by more effectively solving criminal cases.
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Print number: 117_HR_9568
Sponsor: Rep. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Carla Walker Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9568.

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 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New funding for police and prosecutors for advanced DNA testing in criminal cases.
  • Enabling the use of forensic genetic genealogical DNA analysis to generate investigative leads.
  • Improving the identification of criminal perpetrators and unidentified victims, especially when standard DNA methods have failed.
  • Enhancing public safety by more effectively solving criminal cases.
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. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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