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PROKID Act

1/26/2024, 5:15 AM

Summary of Bill S 3323

The PROKID Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3323, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the well-being and safety of children in the United States.

One of the key provisions of the PROKID Act is the establishment of a national database of child abuse and neglect cases. This database would be used to track and monitor cases of child abuse and neglect, as well as to identify trends and patterns that could help prevent future incidents.

Additionally, the PROKID Act includes measures to increase funding for child protective services and to improve training for child welfare workers. This would help ensure that these workers have the resources and knowledge they need to effectively respond to cases of child abuse and neglect. The bill also aims to strengthen laws and regulations related to child abuse and neglect, including increasing penalties for offenders and providing additional support for victims. By doing so, the PROKID Act seeks to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions and to provide justice for victims. Overall, the PROKID Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect and support children who are at risk of abuse and neglect. If passed, this bill could have a significant impact on the well-being of children across the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 3323

Bill S 3323 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2023. Bill S 3323 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 15, 2023.  Bill S 3323's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of November 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3323

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
22
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3323

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3323

PROKID Act
PROKID Act
Protection of Kids in Immigrant Detention Act
A bill to establish the Office of the Ombudsperson for Immigrant Children in Immigration Custody, and for other purposes.

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