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Child Abuse Justice: Eliminating Time Limits for Victims

This act aims to help child sexual abuse victims seek justice by removing time limits for filing civil and criminal cases, regardless of how long ago the abuse occurred. It incentivizes states to eliminate statutes of limitations and reopen old cases that were previously time-barred. This means more victims will have the opportunity to pursue justice and hold abusers accountable.
Key points
States will be encouraged to eliminate all time limits for filing civil and criminal lawsuits related to child sexual abuse.
The act allows for the reopening of civil cases that were previously time-barred, giving victims at least 2 years or until age 55 to pursue claims.
States that adopt these reforms will receive financial grants to support victims in their pursuit of justice.
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Print number: 118_HR_2920
Sponsor: Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Statutes of Limitation for Child Sexual Abuse Reform Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2920.

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 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States will be encouraged to eliminate all time limits for filing civil and criminal lawsuits related to child sexual abuse.
  • The act allows for the reopening of civil cases that were previously time-barred, giving victims at least 2 years or until age 55 to pursue claims.
  • States that adopt these reforms will receive financial grants to support victims in their pursuit of justice.
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. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.

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