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H.R.8976

Women in Criminal Justice Reform Act

Introduced·5/21/26

Women in Criminal Justice Reform Act aims to improve treatment of women in the legal system.

The Women in Criminal Justice Reform Act seeks to enhance the treatment of women in the legal system by implementing gender-responsive and trauma-informed practices. It mandates evidence-based training for law enforcement on the unique needs of women, including trauma and mental health issues. The Act also focuses on improving conditions for incarcerated women, ensuring they receive appropriate healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

May 21

House

Introduced in House

May 21

House

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.