Survivors’ Rights Restitution Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (15 Sep 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.R. 10397 is a bill titled "To authorize financial restitution for the violation of rights of survivors of sexual violence, and for other purposes." Based on its title, the bill appears intended to create some form of financial restitution connected to violations of the rights of survivors of sexual violence. However, the full legislative text has not yet been published, so the specific mechanisms—such as who would qualify, how restitution would be calculated or funded, which agencies or courts would be involved, or what other provisions the "and for other purposes" language might cover—are not yet known. This summary should not be read as describing those details, since they are not available.
Because the bill's substantive provisions are not yet public, it is not possible to say precisely who would be affected or how, beyond the general subject matter indicated by the title: survivors of sexual violence and the handling of restitution for rights violations. Any effects on federal agencies, state or local governments, courts, or other parties cannot be determined until the text is released.
The bill was introduced on September 15, 2026, by Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA-7) in the 119th Congress. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has been formally submitted but has not yet been assigned further action such as committee consideration, hearings, or a vote. Typically, a bill at this stage would next be referred to one or more relevant House committees for review. No further legislative action has occurred as of the latest available information.
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Timeline
15 Sep 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10397 do?
- H.R. 10397 is a bill titled "To authorize financial restitution for the violation of rights of survivors of sexual violence, and for other purposes." Based on its title, the bill appears intended to create some form of financial restitution connected to violations of the rights of survivors of sexual violence. However, the full legislative text has not yet been published, so the specific mechanisms—such as who would qualify, how restitution would be calculated or funded, which agencies or courts would be involved, or what other provisions the "and for other purposes" language might cover—are not yet known. This summary should not be read as describing those details, since they are not available. Because the bill's substantive provisions are not yet public, it is not possible to say precisely who would be affected or how, beyond the general subject matter indicated by the title: survivors of sexual violence and the handling of restitution for rights violations. Any effects on federal agencies, state or local governments, courts, or other parties cannot be determined until the text is released. The bill was introduced on September 15, 2026, by Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA-7) in the 119th Congress. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has been formally submitted but has not yet been assigned further action such as committee consideration, hearings, or a vote. Typically, a bill at this stage would next be referred to one or more relevant House committees for review. No further legislative action has occurred as of the latest available information.
- Has H.R. 10397 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10397. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10397?
- H.R. 10397 was sponsored by Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7] (D-MA), with 46 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10397?
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (15 Sep 2026).
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