To amend the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act of 2000 to reauthorize the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
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Passed SenateMr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Graham, Ms. Klobuchar, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Extends authorization for the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program from 2024 to 2029 and extends the audit requirement to protect grant integrity through 2029. The program helps states reduce DNA evidence backlogs and improve forensic analysis capabilities.
Who Benefits and How
State and local law enforcement agencies continue receiving federal funding to process DNA backlogs. Crime victims benefit from faster case resolution. The criminal justice system benefits from improved DNA analysis capacity.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal taxpayers continue funding the grant program. Grant recipients remain subject to integrity audits through 2029.
Key Provisions
- Reauthorizes DNA Backlog Grant Program through 2029 (5-year extension)
- Extends integrity audit requirements through 2029
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Reauthorizes the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program through 2029
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Continue proven program addressing rape kit and DNA backlogs"
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