Tracker Detail
Project Safe Childhood Act - S. 1170
Name | Type | Government | Date Initiated | Status | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Project Safe Childhood Act - S. 1170 | Legislation | United States | May 15, 2023 | Passed Senate | Oct 30, 2023 |
Summary
The act establishes a nationwide initiative to align Federal, State, and local entities to combat the growing epidemic of online child sexual exploitation and abuse. It provides support to the Attorney General to help federal prosecutors and law enforcement work together and use new technology to investigate and prosecute child sexual crimes. The bill also requires federal prosecutors to coordinate with law enforcement and experts to develop training materials and strategies to investigate cases and provide assistance to victims.
Updates
May 15, 2023. Passed the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
October 24, 2023. Passed the Senate by voice vote.
