S539-119

Introduced

PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced Feb 12, 2025

At a Glance

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Legislative Progress

Introduced
Introduced Committee Passed
May 20, 2025

Reported by Mr. Grassley, with an amendment

Feb 12, 2025

Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mr. Blumenthal, Mrs. Blackburn, Ms. Klobuchar, …

Feb 12, 2025

Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mr. Blumenthal, Mrs. Blackburn, Ms. Klobuchar, …

Summary

What This Bill Does

Reauthorizes federal programs combating child exploitation crimes. Updates the National Strategy from biennial to every four years and strengthens coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and international agencies.

Who Benefits and How

  • ICAC task forces receive continued authorization and resource assessments
  • Child exploitation victims benefit from enhanced investigative and prosecution capacity
  • Law enforcement agencies gain improved coordination and training programs

Who Bears the Burden and How

  • Department of Justice must update National Strategy and coordinate implementation
  • FBI bears responsibility for scaling investigative resources
  • Federal budget funds task forces and training programs

Key Provisions

  • National Strategy updated every four years instead of two
  • Resource assessment for each ICAC task force
  • Coordination with judicial branches and private sector
  • Analysis of emerging technology threats to child safety
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Generated: Jan 10, 2026 17:07

Evidence Chain:

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Primary Purpose

Reauthorizes the PROTECT Our Children Act to combat child exploitation and support ICAC task forces

Policy Domains

Criminal Justice Child Protection Law Enforcement

Legislative Strategy

"Strengthen child exploitation response through updated strategy and resource planning"

Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

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Domains
Criminal Justice Child Protection

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