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BillHR 7494 · 119

Preventing Domestic Violence Homicides Through Lethality Assessment Training and Technical Assistance Act

Introduced
Feb 11, 2026
Cosponsors
6
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a national training center to help reduce domestic violence-related homicides by promoting lethality assessment programs. Funds grants to support this effort.

Sponsored By

Sarah Elfreth
Democrat · Maryland · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 11, 2026
  3. Feb 11, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects domestic violence victims and their families by potentially reducing the risk of homicide through improved assessment and intervention. It also impacts law enforcement and social service agencies by providing them with training and resources to better address domestic violence cases.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
7backers
  • Democratic5
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 33%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (6)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary
IntroducedFeb 11, 2026
Last UpdatedFeb 11, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.