HR 1978
115th Congress
House
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime prevention
Crime victims
Domestic violence and child abuse
Family relationships
Law enforcement administration and funding
Worker safety and health
My Sister's Keeper Act of 2017
Introduced: April 6, 2017
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Everywhere this bill has been
3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 1, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Apr 6, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Apr 6, 2017
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Domestic Violence Safety Plan Grant Program Act of 2017 or My Sister's Keeper Act of 2017
This bill directs the Department of Justice to award grants to eligible state and local governments, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations to develop, promote, and teach the importance of the critical role played by relatives, friends, and co-workers in combating domestic violence.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Committees of jurisdiction
2
Cosponsors
1