Giant Step to Stop

Sexually Violent Predators

H.R. 779, the Stop Sexually Violent Predators Act has been introduced by Representative Darrell Issa to increase safeguards against convicted sexual predators. A cornerstone of the bill is mandatory state reporting. States will be required to submit lists of convicted sexually violent predators to the Attorney General, ensuring that federal authorities are aware of their criminal histories. This data will then be reviewed for potential federal prosecution, creating an additional layer of justice for victims.

The bill also strikes at government-funded privileges for offenders. Under H.R. 779, convicted predators will be barred from receiving Medicaid and Medicare benefits, with exceptions only for involuntary inpatient treatment. This move prevents taxpayer dollars from being used to support individuals who have committed heinous crimes against society. Additionally, enhancements to the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA) will ensure that crucial details about these offenders are made available to law enforcement and the public. By tightening federal oversight, this legislation closes dangerous loopholes that have allowed predators to slip through the cracks.

As the bill moves through Congress, its passage would mark a major victory for crime victims and communities nationwide.