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HB5121 - 104th General Assembly

FAMILY JUSTICE CENTERS ACT
Last Action
3/27/2026 - House: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Family Justice Centers Act. Authorizes cities, counties, the State, and community-based nonprofits to establish multiagency, multidisciplinary Family Justice Centers to serve survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking. Sets requirements for center operations, including survivor consent and confidentiality policies, privacy protections, collaboration with law enforcement and community providers, operating agreements, survivor feedback processes, and annual training standards. Provides a framework for coordinated service delivery among participating agencies. Declares findings. Defines terms.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/05/2026 House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy
2/10/2026 House First Reading
2/10/2026 House Referred to Rules Committee
3/18/2026 House Assigned to Restorative Justice & Public Safety Committee
3/27/2026 House Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee