On April 22, the Senate overwhelmingly passed a bill (S. 2329) to confer specific rights on victims of federal crimes. The bill represents a compromise between supporters and opponents of another bill (S.J. Res. 1) that would amend the Constitution to guarantee victims’ rights. Supporters of the amendment, including sponsors Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-California) and … Continue reading Legislative Alert: Senate Passes Bill to Guarantee Victims’ Rights