Protecting Access to Justice for Survivors Act of 2020

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Bill Number

HR 8133

Introduced

Aug 28, 2020

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Topics

Congressional oversight Crime and Law Enforcement Criminal justice information and records Criminal procedure and sentencing Judicial review and appeals Lawyers and legal services

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Protecting Access to Justice for Survivors Act of 2020

This bill authorizes a recipient of certain Department of Justice (DOJ) grants to use grant funds for legal representation in post-conviction relief proceedings. DOJ may not prohibit a recipient from using the grant for this purpose.

Actions

Aug 28, 2020

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Aug 28, 2020

Introduced in House

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