Require law enforcement agencies to use DNA evidence to solve cold cases and improve victim notification procedures.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Carla Walker Act?
As of June 14, 2026, the Senate has passed S. 1890, but the bill remains stalled while waiting for the House to schedule a floor vote. House leadership must decide to bring the bill forward, which is a significant hurdle because most bills that pass only one chamber fail to become law. History shows that even with Senate approval, the lack of a scheduled vote in the House often prevents legislation from moving forward.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Carla Walker Act (S. 1890 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
No action since June 2026
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from S. 5498 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
S. 5498 (118th) →Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 10393 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 10393 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
John Cornyn (R-TX)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.