Violence Against Women Health Act of 2018

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Bill Number

HR 7212

Introduced

Dec 3, 2018

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Topics

Assault and harassment offenses Child health Crime victims Crimes against children Crimes against women Domestic violence and child abuse Drug, alcohol, tobacco use Health Health information and medical records Health programs administration and funding Human trafficking Indian social and development programs Medical research Mental health Research administration and funding Sex offenses

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Violence Against Women Health Act of 2018

This bill reauthorizes through FY2023 the Department of Health and Human Services program that awards grants to support the health care system's response to domestic violence. The bill also modifies the program, including by requiring that grant funds be used to support specified training and resources for behavioral-health professionals.

Actions

Dec 3, 2018

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Dec 3, 2018

Introduced in House

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