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Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6764

Bill 117 HR 6764, also known as the Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of violence against female inmates in US prisons. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of protecting the safety and well-being of female prisoners who are often vulnerable to abuse and mistreatment while incarcerated.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Implementing training programs for correctional officers and staff on how to identify and prevent violence against female inmates. 2. Establishing reporting mechanisms for female inmates to report instances of abuse or violence. 3. Conducting regular audits and inspections of correctional facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards for female inmates. 4. Providing resources and support services for female inmates who have experienced violence, including access to counseling and medical care. 5. Enhancing oversight and accountability measures to hold correctional facilities accountable for any violations of the law. Overall, the Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022 seeks to improve the conditions for female inmates in US prisons and reduce the prevalence of violence and abuse against this vulnerable population. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of female prisoners across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 6764

Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022

This bill establishes a framework to prohibit correctional institutions at the federal and state levels from using gender identity to house inmates of one biological sex with inmates of the other biological sex.

Current Status of Bill HR 6764

Bill HR 6764 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2022. Bill HR 6764 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2022.  Bill HR 6764's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6764

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
36
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
36
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6764

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6764

Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022
Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2022
To secure the dignity and safety of incarcerated women.

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