S-499 : Still Just a Bill


Debbie Smith Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program. The program provides grants to state and local governments to improve and expand the collection and analysis of DNA evidence, including evidence in sexual assault kits.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2023-11-06FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2023-11-06FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2023-11-06FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2023-11-02FloorPassed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.Senate
2023-11-02FloorMeasure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.Senate
2023-11-02DischargeSenate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2023-02-16IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Senate
2023-02-16IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
Related Subjects
  • Assault and harassment offenses
  • Crimes against women
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
  • Criminal justice information and records
  • Evidence and witnesses
  • Genetics
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Medical tests and diagnostic methods
  • Sex offenses
  • Violent crime
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