The Safe Shelters for Survivors Act of 2026 prohibits certain sex offenders from entering or using domestic violence and homeless shelters.
The Safe Shelters for Survivors Act of 2026 prohibits domestic violence and homeless shelters that receive federal funds from providing services to covered sex offenders. These offenders must notify shelter operators of their status upon entry. Failure to comply with these provisions makes shelters ineligible for federal funds and subjects offenders to fines and imprisonment. The act defines "covered sex offender" and "covered shelter" based on existing federal laws.
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