House Bill 1991
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 17, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1991
Congress
117
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime and Law Enforcement
Primary focus of measure is criminal offenses, investigation and prosecution, procedure and sentencing; corrections and imprisonment; juvenile crime; law enforcement administration. Measures concerning terrorism may fall under Emergency Management or International Affairs policy areas.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Act
This bill requires the Department of Justice to study issues and make recommendations related to child custody and divorce in domestic violence cases.
March 17, 2021
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05/18/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
03/17/2021
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
03/17/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:48:11 PM