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Sexual Assault Survivors' Rights: State Support

This act aims to encourage states to enact laws protecting the rights of sexual assault survivors. States that pass such laws will be eligible for federal grants, improving support and access to rights for victims nationwide.
Key points
States enacting sexual assault survivors' rights laws will receive financial aid.
The goal is to ensure survivors have minimum rights as defined by federal law.
The program is authorized for $20 million annually from 2022 to 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2608
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2021-08-04