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Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act

USA119th CongressHR-5702| House 
| Updated: 10/6/2025
Emilia Strong Sykes

Emilia Strong Sykes

Democratic Representative

Ohio

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act" proposes to amend the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 by establishing a new demonstration program. This program, overseen by the Attorney General in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services , will award competitive grants to eligible healthcare entities. These entities must collaborate with victim services organizations to implement evidence-based or promising practices for incorporating trauma-informed, victim-centered techniques. The grants aim to prevent re-traumatization, ensure healthcare providers and other covered individuals use best practices to identify and treat cases of domestic violence, and increase collaboration among stakeholders. Funds will be used to train individuals on culturally and linguistically appropriate approaches, understanding complex cases (including those involving strangulation, disabilities, or LGBTQ+ victims), and fostering collaboration between healthcare providers and law enforcement. The bill also requires grant recipients to partner with researchers to evaluate the program's effectiveness, with $10,000,000 authorized annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out this section.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6168
Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act
Oct 6, 2025
Introduced in House
Oct 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6168
    Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act


  • October 6, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • October 6, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act

USA119th CongressHR-5702| House 
| Updated: 10/6/2025
The "Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act" proposes to amend the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 by establishing a new demonstration program. This program, overseen by the Attorney General in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services , will award competitive grants to eligible healthcare entities. These entities must collaborate with victim services organizations to implement evidence-based or promising practices for incorporating trauma-informed, victim-centered techniques. The grants aim to prevent re-traumatization, ensure healthcare providers and other covered individuals use best practices to identify and treat cases of domestic violence, and increase collaboration among stakeholders. Funds will be used to train individuals on culturally and linguistically appropriate approaches, understanding complex cases (including those involving strangulation, disabilities, or LGBTQ+ victims), and fostering collaboration between healthcare providers and law enforcement. The bill also requires grant recipients to partner with researchers to evaluate the program's effectiveness, with $10,000,000 authorized annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out this section.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6168
Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act
Oct 6, 2025
Introduced in House
Oct 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6168
    Better Care For Domestic Violence Survivors Act


  • October 6, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • October 6, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Emilia Strong Sykes

Emilia Strong Sykes

Democratic Representative

Ohio

Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted