Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025
House Passes the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act to Prevent Cuts to Survivor Programs
The House of Representatives passed this bill, and it has now moved to the Senate for further review. It is currently being studied by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is actively moving through the legislative process.
Legislative Progress
This bill passed the House with enough support to move to the Senate. It addresses a widely recognized funding crisis for victim services that usually has support from both parties.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Companies found liable under the False Claims Act for defrauding the government would see a portion of their penalties redirected to the Crime Victims Fund instead of the general treasury. This does not change the penalty amounts businesses pay, only where the money goes, so the practical impact on businesses is negligible.
“sections 3729 through 3731 of title 31, United States Code (commonly known as the `False Claims Act')”
Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H623)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H623)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 909.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025
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