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Reauthorizing PROTECT Our Children Act: Increased Funding and Enhanced Child Exploitation Strategy

This Act reauthorizes and strengthens the PROTECT Our Children Act, focusing on combating online child exploitation crimes. It mandates increased funding for investigative units (ICAC Task Forces) and requires better coordination between federal, state, and local agencies, aiming for faster victim identification and more effective prosecution of offenders. For citizens, this means enhanced online safety for children and a more efficient use of public resources dedicated to this critical issue.
Key points
Increased Funding: The Act authorizes $70 million for fiscal year 2025, $80 million for 2026, and $90 million for 2027 for child exploitation prevention programs.
Enhanced National Strategy: The National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention must now be updated every four years (instead of two) and must include analysis of future trends, new technologies, and required resources.
ICAC Prioritization: Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Forces must prioritize investigations most likely to result in positive case outcomes and the rescue of children.
Limited Liability for ICAC: ICAC task forces and participating law enforcement agencies receive limited civil and criminal liability protection for prioritization decisions, except in cases of intentional or reckless misconduct.
Judicial Education: Requires ICAC task forces to educate the judiciary on the link between intrafamilial contact offenses and technology-facilitated crimes, and the characteristics of online offenders.
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Print number: 118_S_5060
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5060.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Funding: The Act authorizes $70 million for fiscal year 2025, $80 million for 2026, and $90 million for 2027 for child exploitation prevention programs.
  • Enhanced National Strategy: The National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention must now be updated every four years (instead of two) and must include analysis of future trends, new technologies, and required resources.
  • ICAC Prioritization: Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Forces must prioritize investigations most likely to result in positive case outcomes and the rescue of children.
  • Limited Liability for ICAC: ICAC task forces and participating law enforcement agencies receive limited civil and criminal liability protection for prioritization decisions, except in cases of intentional or reckless misconduct.
  • Judicial Education: Requires ICAC task forces to educate the judiciary on the link between intrafamilial contact offenses and technology-facilitated crimes, and the characteristics of online offenders.
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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6975-6976; text: CR S6975-6976)

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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