H.R.1069 — PROTECT Our Kids Act
House Roll Call
H.R.1069
| Bill | H.R.1069 — PROTECT Our Kids Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 247 / Nay 164 / Present 0 / Not Voting 22 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 214 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| D | 33 | 164 | 0 | 16 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
The PROTECT Our Kids Act (HR 1069) aims to enhance the federal government’s response to child abuse and neglect, particularly in the context of online safety and digital exploitation. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework to address the growing concerns surrounding child welfare in the digital age.
Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a new grant program to support state and local child protective services (CPS) in developing and implementing innovative strategies to prevent child abuse and neglect. This program is designed to improve the capacity of these agencies to respond effectively to cases of abuse, particularly those involving technology and online platforms.
The bill authorizes funding to support training for CPS personnel, law enforcement, and other stakeholders involved in child welfare. It also mandates the creation of a national database to track incidents of child abuse and neglect, facilitating better data collection and analysis to inform policy and practice.
Agencies affected by the PROTECT Our Kids Act include the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which will oversee the implementation of the grant program and the national database. Additionally, state and local governments will receive funding to enhance their child welfare systems.
Beneficiaries of the bill include vulnerable children at risk of abuse and neglect, as well as families in need of support services. The legislation also aims to provide resources for professionals working in child protection, thereby improving the overall effectiveness of child welfare systems.
The bill was introduced in the House and has progressed to the Senate, where it was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Key timelines for implementation will depend on the appropriations process and subsequent legislative actions. The bill represents a significant step toward strengthening protections for children in an increasingly digital world.
Yea (246)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (164)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Not Voting (22)
J
John Garamendi
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib