S. 2159 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the Senate, Jun 25, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryGrants to combat technology-enabled abuse
This bill creates a pilot program through the Office on Violence Against Women that would give grants to organizations working to reduce domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking that happen through technology. The idea is to support efforts that address how abusers use tech tools to harm victims.
How it affects you
If you or someone you know experiences abuse through texts, calls, social media, or other technology, this bill could lead to more resources and services in your area to help. Organizations that support survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking might receive funding to develop new safety tools and support programs.
Read the official summary (Introduced in Senate, Jun 25, 2025)
Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act
This bill establishes a pilot program for the Office on Violence Against Women to award grants to reduce domestic violence that occurs using any form of technology.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionS. 2159
A BILL
Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act
Sponsor: Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) · Introduced Jun 25, 2025 · Crime and Law Enforcement · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jun 25, 2025: “Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.”