Support for Sexual Assault Survivors: Improved Health and Mental Health Care
This act aims to enhance support for individuals who have experienced sexual assault, regardless of their age. It enables organizations assisting survivors to collaborate more closely with health and mental health providers. This means easier access to comprehensive care, including therapy, support groups, and substance abuse assistance, to aid in the healing process.
Key points
Increased collaboration between health (including behavioral health) providers and sexual assault survivor support programs.
Access to a wider range of services, such as therapy, support groups, substance abuse assistance, and temporary housing.
Support for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, with an emphasis on trauma-informed and culturally relevant care.
Provision of training for staff to ensure services are trauma-informed and culturally appropriate.
Protection of victim privacy and confidentiality when receiving assistance.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4510
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2025-07-17