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Fairness for Rape Kit Backlog Survivors Act in 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill

The passage of the 2022 omnibus appropriations bill, HR2471, included key legislation and funding that will protect and support survivors, prevent violence, and address the rape..

“Just Tell the Truth”: Retired MPD Worker Says Evidence Destroyed in Sexual Assault Cases

Nearly a decade ago, rape victims in Memphis first learned that thousands of sexual assault kits collected by Memphis police had never been tested. But new..

Legislature to consider adding certain rights for victims of sexual assault

The Missouri Legislature will again consider legislation enacting certain rights for victims of sexual violence during a criminal investigation. Gov. Mike Parson signed into law in 2019 a bill adding greater..

Processed Rape Kits Send Important Message to Survivors

For far too long, our society has placed the burden of proof in sexual assault cases on the survivor, with police aggressively questioning survivors’ stories or,..

Date rapes are hard to investigate and prosecute.

A new Illinois bill would more clearly define consent n these cases. It was a normal night, or it was supposed to be. Live music in..

11 women sue Michigan University, fraternities, saying sexual assault claims were mishandled for years

DETROIT – Eleven women sued the Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents and two fraternities, saying they covered up and failed to adequately address sexual assaults by several male students,..

Beyond the backlog:

Washington lawmakers looking to change way, where rape kits are stored. By Claudia Yaw Seattle Times staff reporter OLYMPIA — In recent years, Washington, like many other states,..

In Pursuit of Justice

“It’s been two years since the #MeToo hashtag went viral. While sexual assault gained new attention, the U.S. still has a long way to go toward..

Legislators pursue SAK reform

Lawmakers are working with sexual assault survivors to fix a criminal justice system they say is broken. Read the article by Rich Williams, senior policy specialist..