Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Amendments of 1994
Referred to the Subcommittee on Native American Affairs.
Congressional Research Service
Official summary
Version 35 · Passed Senate amended · Oct 6, 1994
Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Amendments of 1994 - Amends the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish a grant program for tribal child abuse registry systems. Authorizes appropriations. Requires Federal law enforcement agencies that investigate child abuse in Indian country to provide appropriate Indian tribal law enforcement agencies with such information. Directs the Secretary to: (1) establish medical examination use guidelines in connection with child abuse reports; and (2) issue character investigation standards. Authorizes FY 1995 through 2005 appropriations for character investigation and related activities. Extends the authorization of appropriations through FY 2005 for Indian child abuse treatment grants. Eliminates grant ceilings. Establishes an Indian Family Violence Grant program. Authorizes FY 1995 through 2005 appropriations. Extends the authorization of appropriations through FY 2005 for: (1) Indian child resource and family service centers; and (2) the Indian child protection and family violence prevention program.
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