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Coast Guard Safe-to-Report Act: Protecting Victims of Sexual Assault.

This Act establishes a "safe-to-report" policy for all Coast Guard members and cadets. The goal is to protect victims of sexual assault or harassment from being punished for minor related misconduct (like minor rule violations) that occurred during or close to the assault. This encourages victims to report serious crimes without fear of secondary disciplinary action, promoting safety and justice.
Key points
Creates a policy allowing Coast Guard victims of sexual assault to report incidents without fear of punishment for minor collateral misconduct committed at the same time.
The policy applies to all Coast Guard personnel, including reservists and Academy cadets.
Only minor infractions directly related to the reported assault and excluding cases involving aggravating circumstances are covered.
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Print number: 118_S_3776
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coast Guard Academy Safe-to-Report Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3776.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a policy allowing Coast Guard victims of sexual assault to report incidents without fear of punishment for minor collateral misconduct committed at the same time.
  • The policy applies to all Coast Guard personnel, including reservists and Academy cadets.
  • Only minor infractions directly related to the reported assault and excluding cases involving aggravating circumstances are covered.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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