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Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act

3/1/2025, 4:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 868

Bill 119 HR 868, also known as the "Bureau of Prisons Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Act," aims to address the issue of sexual harassment and assault of Bureau of Prisons staff in prisons. The bill includes provisions to prevent and respond to incidents of sexual harassment and assault within the Bureau of Prisons.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a comprehensive training program for Bureau of Prisons staff to educate them on how to prevent, recognize, and respond to instances of sexual harassment and assault. This training program will also include information on the rights of victims and the resources available to them.

Additionally, the bill requires the Bureau of Prisons to develop and implement policies and procedures for reporting and investigating allegations of sexual harassment and assault. These policies will ensure that victims are provided with support and that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the collection of data on incidents of sexual harassment and assault within the Bureau of Prisons. This data will be used to track trends and identify areas where additional prevention and intervention efforts are needed. Overall, Bill 119 HR 868 seeks to create a safer and more supportive environment for Bureau of Prisons staff by addressing the serious issue of sexual harassment and assault. By implementing training programs, policies, and data collection measures, the bill aims to prevent future incidents and ensure that victims receive the support and justice they deserve.

Congressional Summary of HR 868

Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act

This bill requires the Department of Justice to adopt national standards for the prevention, reduction, and punishment of sexual harassment and sexual assault by incarcerated individuals against correctional officers or other employees of the Bureau of Prisons.

Current Status of Bill HR 868

Bill HR 868 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 868 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025.  Bill HR 868's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 868

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 868

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 868

To address sexual harassment and sexual assault of Bureau of Prisons staff in prisons, and for other purposes.
To address sexual harassment and sexual assault of Bureau of Prisons staff in prisons, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Ayla Boykin

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9 months ago

Have you heard about this new bill for prison staff safety? It's called HR Bill 868 and it aims to enhance safety measures for prison staff across the country. I think it's a great step in the right direction, but I wonder who will be most affected by it?