Debbie Smith Act of 2023
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What This Bill Does
This bill extends the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, which helps process DNA evidence that has not yet been analyzed. The bill updates when this program is authorized to operate through the year 2029 instead of 2024.
Who It Affects
The bill directly impacts organizations and agencies that receive grants to analyze DNA evidence from criminal cases.
Key Provisions
• The Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program is authorized to operate through 2029 instead of through 2024 (Sec. 2)
• Audits to protect the integrity of grant awards are authorized through 2029 instead of through 2022 (Sec. 3)
What Changes
The DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act of 2000 is updated to extend the program's authorization from 2024 to 2029. The deadline for audits that check grant award integrity is also extended from 2022 to 2029.
Important Definitions
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