Relating to victim protections including victim counselors, protective orders, sex offender registration, rights of sexual abuse victims, mental competency and civil commitment, restitution, and victim rights

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1. January 15, 2026Filed in the House and sent to the Judiciary committee
2. January 15, 2026House subcommittee named: Lawler, Ramirez and Williams
3. January 20, 2026House subcommittee named: Gustoff, Ramirez and Williams
4. January 21, 2026Subcommittee recommended passing it
5. February 19, 2026Approved by the House committee
6. February 19, 2026Committee vote: 16–4
7. February 23, 2026Approved by the House committee, and given a new number: HF 2704