Bill Overview
Title: Jenna Quinn Law
Description: This bill allows the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide grants for evidence-informed child sexual abuse awareness and prevention programs. The grants may be awarded for a period of up to five years. The bill also requires the HHS Office of Inspector General to report on expenditures under the program.
Sponsors: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Target Audience
Population: Children at risk of sexual abuse
Estimated Size: 73000000
- The bill focuses on child sexual abuse awareness and prevention, targeting children who are at risk of sexual abuse.
- There are millions of children worldwide who face the risk of sexual abuse, making the target population global.
- The bill allows for the creation of programs that could benefit all children, enhancing their awareness and preventing abuse.
Reasoning
- About 73 million children in the US are potential beneficiaries or indirectly impacted through their ecosystems like family, schools, and community organizations.
- Understanding different perspectives such as parents, educators, and individuals without direct impact can provide a holistic view of how the program contributes to societal wellbeing.
- Due to budget constraints, not all targeted individuals will be directly reached initially, so some simulated individuals will report no impact.
- Wellbeing scores will reflect subjective perceptions of safety and awareness related to child sexual abuse, varying based on personal roles and relationships with children.
Simulated Interviews
Elementary school teacher (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As a teacher, I think the Jenna Quinn Law is crucial. We need more resources and training to handle such sensitive topics in schools.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Non-profit worker (Raleigh, NC)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This law is a step in the right direction. More funding could enhance outreach efforts of local non-profits like ours.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Stay-at-home parent (Houston, TX)
Age: 42 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The law could provide useful materials for home education but may not reach us directly due to resource limits.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Social worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 46 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm hopeful this law will bring more resources to support our work with families and children at risk.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
School principal (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a promising law, and mandatory programs could create a safer environment for students.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Retired engineer (Des Moines, IA)
Age: 63 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad there is more focus on protecting children. However, the impact will depend on how effectively funds are used.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Graduate student in social work (Miami, FL)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could be an excellent case study for how policy affects child welfare on a grassroots level.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Child psychologist (Seattle, WA)
Age: 31 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a much-needed initiative. Prevention education and awareness can significantly impact mental health outcomes for children.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Police officer (New Orleans, LA)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- We’ve seen the horrible impacts abuse can have. More education and awareness can help prevention efforts.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Unemployed (Sioux Falls, SD)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Unsure of immediate impact, but enhancing prevention programs seems beneficial.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $30000000 (Low: $20000000, High: $50000000)
Year 2: $31000000 (Low: $21000000, High: $51000000)
Year 3: $32000000 (Low: $22000000, High: $52000000)
Year 5: $34000000 (Low: $24000000, High: $54000000)
Year 10: $39000000 (Low: $29000000, High: $59000000)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The bill includes provisions for grant awards for up to five years, which defines the estimated duration of costs.
- Oversight and evaluation by the HHS Office of Inspector General may influence both compliance and cost efficiency.
- Coordination between federal and state agencies will play a significant role in the successful implementation of these programs.