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US Support to Counter Violence Against Women and Children in the Western Hemisphere.

This law directs US aid and diplomatic efforts to combat gender-based violence across the Western Hemisphere. It mandates increased funding for local women's organizations, specialized training for foreign law enforcement on prosecuting these crimes, and allocates $2 million annually to the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women. The goal is to enhance safety and economic independence for women in the region and analyze how violence drives migration.
Key points
Increased financial support for local organizations in the Western Hemisphere that empower victims and promote women's economic independence.
Mandatory training for local police and justice agencies on preventing, investigating, and prosecuting gender-based violence, using trauma-informed approaches.
Annual allocation of $2 million from the US budget to the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women.
Requirement to include detailed descriptions of gender-based violence in annual US Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.
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Print number: 118_S_5584
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2024-12-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Countering Violence in the Western Hemisphere Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5584.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased financial support for local organizations in the Western Hemisphere that empower victims and promote women's economic independence.
  • Mandatory training for local police and justice agencies on preventing, investigating, and prosecuting gender-based violence, using trauma-informed approaches.
  • Annual allocation of $2 million from the US budget to the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women.
  • Requirement to include detailed descriptions of gender-based violence in annual US Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.
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. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

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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