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.
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.