United States 114th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 3894 — To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the prompt notification of State Child Protective Services by military and civilian personnel of the Department of Defense required by law to report suspected instances of child abuse and neglect.

Last action — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the prompt notification of State Child Protective Services by military and civilian personnel of the Department of Defense required by law to report suspected instances of child abuse and neglect. (Sec. 1) This bill directs a member of the Armed Forces, a civilian Department of Defense (DOD) employee, or a contractor employee working on a military installation who is required by federal regulation or state law to report known or suspected instances of child abuse and neglect to make the report directly to State Child Protective Services or another appropriate state agency in addition to the member's or employee's chain of command or any designated DOD point of contact. DOD shall ensure that such individuals receive appropriate training in accordance with state guidelines to improve their: (1) ability to recognize evidence of child abuse and neglect, and (2) understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.

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Action History

  1. Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

  2. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H638)

  4. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3894.

  5. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H638-640)

  6. Ms. Stefanik moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  7. Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

  8. Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

  9. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7399)

  10. Introduced in House

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 3894 do?
To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the prompt notification of State Child Protective Services by military and civilian personnel of the Department of Defense required by law to report suspected instances of child abuse and neglect. (Sec. 1) This bill directs a member of the Armed Forces, a civilian Department of Defense (DOD) employee, or a contractor employee working on a military installation who is required by federal regulation or state law to report known or suspected instances of child abuse and neglect to make the report directly to State Child Protective Services or another appropriate state agency in addition to the member's or employee's chain of command or any designated DOD point of contact. DOD shall ensure that such individuals receive appropriate training in accordance with state guidelines to improve their: (1) ability to recognize evidence of child abuse and neglect, and (2) understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.
Who sponsors HR 3894?
HR 3894 is sponsored by Tulsi Gabbard (D).
What is the current status of HR 3894?
This bill died with 114th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 3894?
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