Committee approves bills to authorize victim compensation board to set forensic exam fees and narrow confidentiality exceptions HB26‑13 directs the victim compensation board to establish and pay forensic exam fees (reimbursed by defendants when possible) with an expected net program cost partially offset by federal grants; HB26‑14 creates limited exceptions to confidentiality for records needed in child abuse or fraud prosecutions. Both bills passed favorably in committee.

In a significant move, the Judiciary Committee has passed two bills that could reshape how Kansas addresses victim compensation and forensic exam fees.

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Committee approves funding for domestic violence forensic exam pilot program Legislative committee passes $200,000 funding for new forensic medical exam initiative

North Dakota's House Appropriations Committee just approved $200,000 for vital forensic medical exams, but is it enough to tackle the rising tide of domestic violence?

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Senate Bill 491 proposes $375K for Montana's sexual assault exam funding Senator Phelan presents bill seeking funds to secure forensic exam reimbursements for survivors.

Montana's Senate Bill 491 aims to allocate $375K for vital forensic exams for sexual assault survivors, tackling a critical gap in public health and safety.

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Senate passes Bill 2209 expanding forensic exams for domestic violence victims Bill 2209 extends forensic exam window to 120 hours for sexual and domestic violence cases.

North Dakota's Senate just took a monumental step in supporting victims of sexual assault and domestic violence by expanding forensic exam windows and increasing funding!

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