H.R. 5560In committeeFamily & community
Federal grants tied to child sex abuse lawsuit deadlines
Data as of July 11, 2026
Federal grants would reward states that remove time limits on child sexual abuse lawsuits and criminal charges, up to $20M/year through 2033.50-second read · 5 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill uses federal grant money to encourage states to remove deadlines — called statutes of limitations — for filing lawsuits or criminal charges related to child sexual abuse, exploitation, and sex trafficking. It also pushes states to reopen cases that were previously dismissed because those deadlines had passed. States that make more of these changes would receive larger grant awards.
Who does it affect?
This bill affects child sexual abuse survivors who were previously blocked from taking legal action because too much time had passed. It also affects accused individuals, institutions, and prosecutors in any state that chooses to adopt the new rules.
Why does it matter?
States that do not change their laws would not be eligible for the federal grant money. States that do change their laws could face new lawsuits and criminal cases involving older allegations.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Up to $20M/year in federal grants
- Funding authorized through 2033
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Statutes of Limitation for Child Sexual Abuse Reform Act
- Introduced:
- September 23, 2025
- Latest action:
- September 23, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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