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Iowa Senate Bill SF343

Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF343

Introduced
2/18/25  

Caption

A bill for an act establishing a grant program for a nonprofit organization providing sexual assault forensic examination centers.

Impact

The bill is set to enhance the state's response to sexual assault by ensuring that survivors have access to specialized medical forensic services. By granting funding to nonprofits, SF343 aims to establish dedicated centers that can address the specific needs of various populations, including children, individuals with disabilities, and those residing in rural areas. Furthermore, the program encourages the provision of training for medical practitioners, law enforcement, and the general public, which is crucial for raising awareness and improving the handling of sexual assault cases.

Summary

SF343 proposes the establishment of a grant program within the Iowa Department of Justice aimed at funding nonprofit organizations that provide sexual assault forensic examination services. This program focuses on the creation and maintenance of sexual assault forensic examination centers across the state. The attorney general is responsible for contracting with eligible nonprofit organizations, which must demonstrate their commitment to providing comprehensive services tailored to the needs of sexual assault survivors. Essential qualifications include retaining certified sexual assault nurse examiners and operating treatment facilities that offer diverse support services.

Contention

While the premise of SF343 has garnered support among advocates for sexual assault survivors, some concerns have been raised regarding the oversight and efficacy of nonprofits tasked with this sensitive responsibility. Questions about the adequacy of training provided to staff and the potential alignment of organizational activities with the state's objectives were discussed during preliminary discussions. Furthermore, ensuring transparency and accountability through annual reporting is critical to maintain trust and effectiveness in service delivery.

Latest IA SF343 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA HF372

Similar To A bill for an act establishing a grant program for a nonprofit organization providing sexual assault forensic examination centers.

Previously Filed As

IA SF2248

A bill for an act providing for the establishment of a nonprofit security grant program, and making appropriations.

IA SF2341

A bill for an act relating to victims of sexual assault including sexual abuse evidence, notification of rights, HIV-related testing of a convicted or alleged assailant, and testing, reporting, and counseling of a victim, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly SF 2067.)

IA HF2171

A bill for an act relating to child sexual abuse and child sexual assault awareness and prevention.

IA SF2067

A bill for an act relating to victims of sexual assault including sexual abuse evidence, notification of rights, HIV-related testing of a convicted or alleged assailant, and testing, reporting, and counseling of a victim, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 2341.)

IA HSB523

A bill for an act relating to assaults, including assaults on persons engaged in certain occupations and inmate assaults on department of corrections employees, and providing penalties.(See HF 2302.)

IA SSB3023

A bill for an act relating to assaults, including assaults on persons engaged in certain occupations and inmate assaults on department of corrections employees, and providing penalties.(See SF 2279.)

IA SF2279

A bill for an act relating to assaults, including assaults on persons engaged in certain occupations and inmate assaults on department of corrections employees, and providing penalties.(Formerly SSB 3023.)

IA HF2350

A bill for an act relating to victims of sexual assault including sexual abuse evidence, notification of rights, HIV-related testing of a convicted or alleged assailant, and testing, reporting, and counseling of a victim, and making penalties applicable.

IA SSB1123

A bill for an act relating to the organization, structure, and functions of state government, providing for salaries of appointed state officers, providing for confirmation of appointments, providing for penalties, making appropriations, providing Code editor directives and transition provisions, and including applicability and effective date provisions.(See SF 514.)

IA SF2178

A bill for an act establishing certain privileges for communications made regarding incidents of sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination and creating a special motion for expedited relief in such actions.

Similar Bills

IA HF372

A bill for an act establishing a grant program for a nonprofit organization providing sexual assault forensic examination centers.

IA HF458

A bill for an act establishing a grant program for a nonprofit organization providing sexual assault forensic examination centers.(See HF 705.)

IA HF705

A bill for an act establishing a grant program for a nonprofit organization providing sexual assault forensic examination centers.(Formerly HF 458.)

CA AB783

Public contracts: construction materials: disaster relief.

HI SR216

Urging The Department Of Human Services To Establish Or Contract With A Victim Service Provider To Operate And Maintain An Emergency Shelter For Children Who Are Survivors Of Sex Trafficking.

HI HCR137

Urging The Department Of Human Services To Establish Or Contract With A Victim Service Provider To Operate And Maintain An Emergency Shelter For Children Who Are Survivors Of Sex Trafficking.

HI SCR223

Urging The Department Of Human Services To Establish Or Contract With A Victim Service Provider To Operate And Maintain An Emergency Shelter For Children Who Are Survivors Of Sex Trafficking.

HI HR137

Urging The Department Of Human Services To Establish Or Contract With A Victim Service Provider To Operate And Maintain An Emergency Shelter For Children Who Are Survivors Of Sex Trafficking.