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AI Summary: The "Protection Orders for Victims of Crimes" bill aims to enhance protections for victims of crimes by allowing them to obtain civil protection orders against their offenders. This bill seeks to provide victims with legal recourse and safety measures, including restraining orders, to shield them from further harm or harassment. It focuses on empowering victims and ensuring their well-being by establishing a framework that enables them to seek judicial intervention when facing threats or violence. The bill's main provisions include outlining the process for obtaining protection orders, defining the scope of protection offered, and specifying penalties for violating these orders. If passed, this legislation could significantly improve the safety and security of crime victims across the United States.
Latest Action: Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary
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Actions (13):
2024-01-29 : Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary
2024-02-13 : House Committee on Judiciary Refer Amended to House Committee of the Whole
2024-02-16 : House Second Reading Special Order - Passed with Amendments - Committee
2024-02-20 : House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
2024-02-21 : Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Judiciary
2024-03-18 : Senate Committee on Judiciary Refer Amended - Consent Calendar to Senate Committee of the Whole
2024-03-21 : Senate Second Reading Passed - No Amendments
2024-03-22 : Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
2024-03-25 : House Considered Senate Amendments - Result was to Concur - Repass
2024-05-02 : Signed by the Speaker of the House
2024-05-02 : Signed by the President of the Senate
2024-05-03 : Sent to the Governor
2024-06-03 : Governor Signed
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