H.R. 10470 Introduced Crime and Law Enforcement

SHIELD for Victims Act of 2026

To direct the Attorney General to develop an evidence-based lethality assessment tool for use by law enforcement with respect to domestic violence and to develop a public awareness campaign with respect to resources for victims of domestic violence, and for other purposes.

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Sponsor Rep. Van Epps, Matt [R-TN-7] Introduced September 16, 2026 Cosponsors 0 Latest action September 16, 2026

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  1. Sep 16, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Sep 16, 2026 Introduced in House

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