Safe from the Start Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:43:25Z

Explore the details of House Bill 571 Safe from the Start Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 571

Bill 117 HR 571, also known as the Safe from the Start Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of domestic violence and child abuse by providing funding for programs that support victims and prevent future incidents. The bill focuses on early intervention and prevention strategies to ensure that individuals are safe from the start.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Funding for programs that provide support services for victims of domestic violence and child abuse, such as shelters, counseling, and legal assistance. 2. Training for law enforcement officers, healthcare providers, and other professionals to recognize and respond to signs of domestic violence and child abuse. 3. Education programs for children and adolescents to promote healthy relationships and prevent future incidents of violence. 4. Research initiatives to better understand the root causes of domestic violence and child abuse, and to develop effective prevention strategies. The Safe from the Start Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to address a critical issue that affects millions of individuals and families across the country. By providing funding for prevention and intervention programs, the bill aims to create safer communities and support those who have been impacted by domestic violence and child abuse.

Congressional Summary of HR 571

Safe from the Start Act of 2021

This bill directs the Department of State to direct U.S. foreign assistance to address humanitarian crises in a manner that aims to prevent and respond to gender-based violence at the onset of an emergency.

The State Department shall focus on (1) preventing gender-based violence, (2) protecting survivors of humanitarian crises from the onset of the emergency, (3) promoting standards and activities to prevent and respond to gender-based violence, and (4) advancing and empowering survivors and at-risk individuals. Activities shall include improving access to post-sexual-assault medical and mental health services and ensuring such services are available to hard-to-reach populations. The State Department may provide support to local and international organizations to achieve its goals.

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Current Status of Bill HR 571

Bill HR 571 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2021. Bill HR 571 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2021. Bill HR 571's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 571

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

164

Democrat Cosponsors

148

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 571

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

Assault and harassment offensesBudget processConflicts and warsCongressional oversightCrime preventionCrime victimsCrimes against womenDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadForeign aid and international reliefGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHealth technology, devices, suppliesHuman rightsInternational organizations and cooperationMental healthMultilateral development programsNatural disastersRefugees, asylum, displaced personsSex offensesSex, gender, sexual orientation discriminationViolent crimeWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 571

Safe from the Start Act of 2021To improve United States consideration of, and strategic support for, programs to prevent and respond to gender-based violence beginning with the onset of humanitarian emergencies, to build the capacity of humanitarian assistance to address the immediate and long-term challenges resulting from such violence, and for other purposes.Safe from the Start Act of 2021

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