Bill
H 1640
Overview: H 1640, "An Act to modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board", has a hearing scheduled for June 3, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Overview: H 1640, "An Act to modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board", has a hearing scheduled for June 3, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM in A-2.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update the roles and responsibilities of the state's victim and witness assistance board. This is intended to enhance the support and services provided to victims and witnesses of crimes, ensuring their needs are better addressed throughout the criminal justice process.
Key Provisions:
- Expands the board's responsibilities to include developing statewide standards and best practices for victim and witness assistance programs
- Requires the board to provide training and technical assistance to local victim and witness assistance providers
- Directs the board to establish a centralized database to track victim and witness services and outcomes
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary beneficiaries of this bill would be victims and witnesses of crimes, who would receive improved support and services through the enhanced roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board. The board itself, as well as local victim and witness assistance providers, would also be impacted by the changes.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has a hearing scheduled for June 3, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM in A-2, where it will undergo further consideration and potential advancement through the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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