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Strengthening Online Child Exploitation Fight: New Rules and Funding

This act reauthorizes and strengthens programs aimed at combating online child exploitation. It increases funding, improves coordination among agencies, and introduces new guidelines for investigations to better protect children and prosecute offenders. Citizens can expect enhanced online safety for the youngest.
Key points
Increased funding for Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task forces, reaching $90 million annually by 2028.
New guidelines for the national strategy to prevent child exploitation, including trend analysis and resource needs.
Expanded cooperation among federal, state, local, tribal, and military law enforcement agencies to identify and rescue child victims.
Limited legal liability for ICAC task forces regarding investigation prioritization decisions, except in cases of intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
Requirement to educate judges on the links between intrafamilial offenses and technology-facilitated crimes, and characteristics of online offenders.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_539
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_539.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task forces, reaching $90 million annually by 2028.
  • New guidelines for the national strategy to prevent child exploitation, including trend analysis and resource needs.
  • Expanded cooperation among federal, state, local, tribal, and military law enforcement agencies to identify and rescue child victims.
  • Limited legal liability for ICAC task forces regarding investigation prioritization decisions, except in cases of intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
  • Requirement to educate judges on the links between intrafamilial offenses and technology-facilitated crimes, and characteristics of online offenders.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 80.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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