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H.R. 5352 (110th)

Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2008

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Introduced

12 February 2008

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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Summary

Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2008 - Directs the Attorney General to: (1) study and report to Congress on state laws and practices relating to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation; and (2) develop and implement policies and a long-term plan for elder justice programs and related activities. Authorizes the Attorney General to award victim advocacy grants for study of the special needs of victims of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, including related pilot programs. Directs the Attorney General to: (1) award grants to support local and state prosecutors and general law enforcement in elder justice matters; and (2) establish procedures to ensure that the Department of Justice dedicates resources to investigating and prosecuting elder justice cases. Amends title XX (Block Grants to States for Social Services) of the Social Security Act to add a new part B (Elder Justice) establishing an Elder Justice Coordinating Council and the Advisory Board on Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation.

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