How Can I Support Legislation to Help Sexual Abuse Victims & Prevent Abuse?
How Can I Find What Laws Are Pending in My State?
Your state’s Coalition Against Sexual Assault website will usually have a page devoted to legislative updates surrounding all pending bills regarding sexual assault and how you can take action.
To learn more about the civil and criminal laws regarding child sexual abuse in your state, there are numerous resources, including ChildUSA, which keeps an up-to-date list of the civil and criminal laws regarding child sexual abuse in each state.
Are There Organizations That Fight for the Advancement of Child Safety Laws?
Yes. The place to start is your state’s Coalition Against Sexual Assault, they can refer you to numerous organizations in your area that are fighting for the advancement of child safety laws.
If you see a gap in your state’s laws around child safety, it’s easy to set up an appointment with your local state legislators and suggest changes and activism.
How Do I Contact My Legislator and Ask for More Victim-Friendly Laws?
Your state government’s website should have an easy-to-use search function to find your local legislator. You can usually search by address or city.
What Can I Learn About the Status of Child Protection Laws in My State?
Your state’s Coalition Against Sexual Assault website will usually have a page devoted to legislative updates surrounding all pending bills regarding sexual assault and how you can take action.
To learn more about the civil and criminal laws regarding child sexual abuse in your state, there are numerous resources, including ChildUSA, which keeps an up-to-date list of the civil and criminal laws regarding child sexual abuse in each state.
You can also search your state legislature’s website, which will list the status of pending legislation.
What is Happening with Child Sex Abuse on the Federal Level?
Federal lawmakers are aware of the problem of child sexual abuse and cover-up. As of the end of 2021, federal legislation to remove the federal civil statute of limitations for child sex crimes was being considered by both houses.
The “Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act” is a bipartisan bill focused on allowing survivors of child sexual abuse to seek justice under the federal remedy statute.