Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1188, also known as the Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006. The bill is named after Adam Walsh, a young boy who was tragically abducted and murdered in 1981.

The Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2017 includes several key provisions. One of the main goals of the bill is to enhance the national sex offender registry, which is a database that contains information about individuals who have been convicted of sex crimes. The bill seeks to improve the accuracy and completeness of the registry, as well as increase the sharing of information between states.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the monitoring and supervision of sex offenders, particularly those who are considered to be high-risk. This includes requiring sex offenders to regularly check in with law enforcement, undergo regular polygraph testing, and participate in sex offender treatment programs. The Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2017 also includes measures to improve the prevention of child sexual exploitation, such as increasing funding for programs that educate children and parents about online safety and the dangers of sexual predators. Overall, the bill aims to protect children from sexual predators and improve the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in addressing sex crimes. It has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as an important step towards enhancing the safety and well-being of children in the United States.