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Consent is Key Act
12/30/2022, 12:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7928
The Consent is Key Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 7928, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of consent in sexual encounters.
The Consent is Key Act aims to establish a national standard for what constitutes consent in sexual situations. It defines consent as a clear, voluntary, and enthusiastic agreement to engage in sexual activity. The bill also emphasizes the importance of ongoing communication and the ability to withdraw consent at any time.
Additionally, the Consent is Key Act includes provisions for education and training on consent for law enforcement officers, healthcare providers, and educators. It also seeks to improve the handling of sexual assault cases by requiring the collection of evidence in a timely and sensitive manner. Overall, the Consent is Key Act is designed to promote a culture of respect and understanding when it comes to sexual relationships. It seeks to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their own bodies and to ensure that all sexual encounters are consensual.
The Consent is Key Act aims to establish a national standard for what constitutes consent in sexual situations. It defines consent as a clear, voluntary, and enthusiastic agreement to engage in sexual activity. The bill also emphasizes the importance of ongoing communication and the ability to withdraw consent at any time.
Additionally, the Consent is Key Act includes provisions for education and training on consent for law enforcement officers, healthcare providers, and educators. It also seeks to improve the handling of sexual assault cases by requiring the collection of evidence in a timely and sensitive manner. Overall, the Consent is Key Act is designed to promote a culture of respect and understanding when it comes to sexual relationships. It seeks to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their own bodies and to ensure that all sexual encounters are consensual.
Congressional Summary of HR 7928
Consent is Key Act
This bill directs the Department of Justice to increase a state's allocation of funds under the Sexual Assault Services Program if the state has in effect a law that authorizes civil damages and equitable relief against a person who engages in the nonconsensual removal of a sexual protection barrier (e.g., a condom).
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Current Status of Bill HR 7928
Bill HR 7928 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2022. Bill HR 7928 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 31, 2022. Bill HR 7928's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7928
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
68Democrat Cosponsors
68Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7928
Primary Policy Focus
LawAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7928
Consent is Key Act
Consent is Key Act
To encourage States to voluntarily pass laws to authorize civil damages and equitable relief for nonconsensual sexual protection barrier removal, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7928
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