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Virginia's Law: Expanding Civil Justice for Victims of Sexual Abuse and Trafficking

This law allows victims of sexual abuse and human trafficking to sue their attackers for financial damages in federal court. It removes time limits for filing these lawsuits for the most serious crimes, ensuring survivors can seek justice regardless of how much time has passed.
Key points
Victims can sue perpetrators and those who knowingly profited from the crime for financial damages.
Elimination of statutes of limitations for the most severe sexual offenses and human trafficking.
A one-year window to file claims that were previously barred by old time limits.
Recovery of damages and legal fees for victims who successfully win their civil case.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3815
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2026-02-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Virginia's Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3815.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Victims can sue perpetrators and those who knowingly profited from the crime for financial damages.
  • Elimination of statutes of limitations for the most severe sexual offenses and human trafficking.
  • A one-year window to file claims that were previously barred by old time limits.
  • Recovery of damages and legal fees for victims who successfully win their civil case.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY].

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 2026-02-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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