There are still more legislative steps to take before this bill becomes law, but the first hurdle was overcome.
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Calif. Senator Hill's bill, SB 360, passed Public Safety Committee - It removes penitential privilege exemption
by AndersonsInfo incalifornia senator jerry hill's bill, sb 360, passed the public safety committee at the capitol building in sacramento, california, this morning without opposition.
out of eight senators in the committee, three senators excused themselves, and five voted for the bill.
http://calchannel.granicus.com/mediaplayer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=6064&fbclid=iwar2adhuxflh8m6qz9nxjqaoulyyxyahx6b0wctzijphaajav_9dnddpq29i move the time marker to 57:20 where the discussion of sb 360 starts.. senate bill 360 requires clergy to report child abuse and neglect under any circumstancess.
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Calif. Senator Hill's bill, SB 360, passed Public Safety Committee - It removes penitential privilege exemption
by AndersonsInfo incalifornia senator jerry hill's bill, sb 360, passed the public safety committee at the capitol building in sacramento, california, this morning without opposition.
out of eight senators in the committee, three senators excused themselves, and five voted for the bill.
http://calchannel.granicus.com/mediaplayer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=6064&fbclid=iwar2adhuxflh8m6qz9nxjqaoulyyxyahx6b0wctzijphaajav_9dnddpq29i move the time marker to 57:20 where the discussion of sb 360 starts.. senate bill 360 requires clergy to report child abuse and neglect under any circumstancess.
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California Senator Jerry Hill's bill, SB 360, passed the Public Safety Committee at the Capitol Building in Sacramento, California, this morning without opposition. Out of eight senators in the Committee, three senators excused themselves, and five voted for the bill.
http://calchannel.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=6064&fbclid=IwAR2ADhuxfLH8M6QZ9nxJQAouLyYxYAHx6B0wCtZIJPHAajAV_9DnDDpq29I Move the time marker to 57:20 where the discussion of SB 360 starts.
Senate Bill 360 requires Clergy to Report Child Abuse and Neglect Under Any Circumstancess. Although current law includes clergy members in the list of 46 professionals to report, the law also exempts clergy from such reporting if they gain their knowledge or suspicion of the crimes during “a penitential communication.”
SB 360 would remove that exemption.
SB 360 is NOT TARGETING JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES OR THE WATCHTOWER ORGANIZATION PER SE. SB 360 is targeting ALL religions.
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Article-Spain: A judge cites for the first time to declare Jehovah's Witness leaders for a case of sexual abuse
by AndersonsInfo inhttps://cronicaglobal.elespanol.com/vida/juez-cita-primera-vez-lideres-testigos-jehova-abuso-sexual_221160_102.html.
a judge cites for the first time to declare jehovah's witness leaders for a case of sexual abuse.
the justice calls to appear to four elders of the congregation in spain by possible concealment of a crime of rape to a woman when she was 18 years old by her boss.
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A judge cites for the first time to declare Jehovah's Witness leaders for a case of sexual abuse
The justice calls to appear to four elders of the congregation in Spain by possible concealment of a crime of rape to a woman when she was 18 years old by her boss
The facts reported occurred 10 years ago. The victim was then 18 years old and her alleged assailant was her boss in the company where she worked. According to her testimony before magistrate Teresa María González Márquez, the man forced her to have sexual intercourse repeatedly for a year. He, 52 , was married and also a member of Jehovah's Witnesses.
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https://cronicaglobal.elespanol.com/vida/juez-cita-primera-vez-lideres-testigos-jehova-abuso-sexual_221160_102.html
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Article: D.C. Attorney general proposes making clergy ‘mandated reporters’ of abuse
by AndersonsInfo inhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/dc-attorney-general-proposes-making-clergy-mandated-reporters-of-abuse/2019/01/23/2a8f8f72-1f35-11e9-9145-3f74070bbdb9_story.html?utm_term=.1c7f810d688b.
d.c. attorney general proposes making clergy ‘mandated reporters’ of abuse.
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D.C. attorney general proposes making clergy ‘mandated reporters’ of abuse
January 23D.C. Attorney General Karl A. Racine is proposing legislation to add clergy to the list of “mandatory reporters” who must tell authorities about suspected child abuse or neglect, the latest fallout from a growing clergy sexual-abuse scandal in the Catholic Church.
If the bill is approved by the D.C. Council and Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D), pastors, rabbis and other clergy would be required to report suspected abuse to police or to the Child and Family Services Agency, as well as the leaders and boards of directors of their own religious institutions.
Racine’s bill also would increase penalties for failing to report abuse and require all mandatory reporters — clergy, teachers, health-care workers and others — to attend training on their responsibilities under the law.
Mandatory reporters would face fines of as much as $2,500 and 180 days in jail upon the first failure to report. Survivor advocates have said training and penalties are an important part of making such requirements effective.
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Article: NY CHILD VICTIMS ACT: What new law means for sex abusers, victims. READ NEW CVA LAW
by AndersonsInfo inny child victims act: what new law means for sex abusers, victims.
by julie mcmahon | posted january 28, 2019 at 06:00 am.
https://www.syracuse.com/expo/news/g66l-2019/01/ce2d3ee004f24/ny-child-victims-act-what-new-law-means-for-sex-abusers-victims.html.
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NY Child Victims Act: What new law means for sex abusers, victims
By Julie McMahon | Posted January 28, 2019 at 06:00 AMDecade-long battleSurvivors of child sexual assault will earn a victory today as legislators move to extend New York’s statute of limitations to give child sex abuse victims more time to sue and pursue criminal charges.
Advocates have been working to advance the Child Victims Act over opposition from groups including the Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
Bills passed in the Democrat-controlled Assembly the last two years, but the Senate refused to hold a vote. As Democrats took control of the Senate this year, advocates were optimistic the bill would finally pass.
Democrats have moved quickly in January to pass multiple reforms. The bill’s sponsors, Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal and Sen. Brad Hoylman, both Democrats from Manhattan, announced last week it will be up for a vote in both houses today.
NEW CVA BILL: https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/bills/2019/S2440
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It's an oldie but a goodie! A Rap Conversation about all the JW jewelry the JWs wear, and the real definition of "Apostate""
by AndersonsInfo inapostatechickpublished on oct 24, 2017. a rap conversation with my new nemesis, jdub jenn about all the jw jewelry they wear, and the real definition of "apostate".
define yourself!
don't let them define you.. .
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Published on Oct 24, 2017A Rap Conversation with my new nemesis, Jdub Jenn about all the JW jewelry they wear, and the real definition of "Apostate". Define yourself! Don't let THEM define you. -
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Are you a Child Abuse Survivor willing to help “Change Laws and Change Lives”? Read on...
by AndersonsInfo inare you a child abuse survivor willing to help “change laws and change lives”?.
do you agree that “reporting abuse is the key to prevention and the start of heal...ing”?.
as president of scaars, (stop child abuse – advocates for reform and safety), a non-profit lobbying corporation, i’m writing to inform you that arrangements have been made where abuse survivors can speak with policymakers at the california capitol in sacramento, specifically on january 15th and 16th.
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Are you a Child Abuse Survivor willing to help “Change Laws and Change Lives”?
Do you agree that “Reporting abuse is the key to prevention and the start of heal...ing”?
As president of SCAARS, (Stop Child Abuse – Advocates for Reform and Safety), a non-profit lobbying corporation, I’m writing to inform you that arrangements have been made where abuse survivors can speak with policymakers at the California Capitol in Sacramento, specifically on January 15th and 16th. (Also, plans are in the works for similar meetings soon after.) Please note that meetings or discussions will not be media events, but will be private discussions. Capitol protocol will be observed at all times.
Inasmuch as the serious and lasting effects of child sexual abuse are best explained by those who have been harmed, discussions will be centered on ways to prevent the crime of child abuse, which is also a “public” safety issue, and about how abuse victims can begin the healing process.
If you are an abuse survivor who would like to add your voice to this effort, please send an email to scaars.org@gmail.com. Your response is needed ASAP as the January 15th and 16th schedule is filling up. Please note: To be part of any of these events, it will be by “invitation only.” If you’re interested in attending, in the subject line of your email please write, “Abuse survivor willing to help SCAARS bring change.” Include in your message a brief description of your experience. Incidentally, policymakers appreciate hearing suggestions for remedies, so if you’re invited to participate, please feel free to offer your ideas. And keep in mind that anything discussed will remain confidential.
As a suggestion, please visit scaars.org where SCAARS efforts are outlined, such as seeking to improve the laws pertaining to child abuse, mandatory reporting, the applicable statutes of limitations, as well as court outcomes in the judicial process.
Presently, SCAARS has a specific bill intended to increase mandated reporting of child abuse occurring in religious institutions. SCAARS will also support a variety of bills to improve such culturally related problems as sex trafficking, child pornography, abuse in the Foster Care system, sexual harassment, creating child safe cultures, healing the mental and physical harm caused by abuse, and related civil rights infringements.
Even if you’re not from California, or did not experience child sexual abuse, your voice is a valuable asset to bring about change. To show support for SCAARS efforts, write in the subject line of an email, “Willing to support SCAARS.” Make it known if you would like to be an advocate supporting the cultural changes needed to protect children and heal survivors, this through positive legislative changes in the State of California, the United States, and eventually, around the world. SCAARS lobbyists can’t do it alone – We need you to send scaars.org an email expressing your interest and support.
Thank you,
Barbara Anderson
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Joke Sharing Thread
by Vanderhoven7 ingot a good joke or two?
why not share them.
here is a fun one.. retirement can be fun.
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Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson go on a camping trip, set up their tent, and fall asleep. Some hours later, Holmes wakes his faithful friend.
"Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see."
Watson replies, "I see millions of stars."
"What does that tell you?"
Watson ponders for a minute. "Astronomically speaking, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past three. Theologically, it's evident the Lord is all-powerful and we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you?"
Holmes is silent for a moment, then speaks.
"Watson, you idiot, someone has stolen our tent."
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Joke Sharing Thread
by Vanderhoven7 ingot a good joke or two?
why not share them.
here is a fun one.. retirement can be fun.
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A pipe burst in a doctor’s house. He called a plumber. The plumber arrived, unpacked his tools, did mysterious plumber-type things for a while, and handed the doctor a bill for $600.
The doctor exclaimed, “This is ridiculous! I don’t even make that much as a doctor!”
The plumber waited for him to finish and quietly said, “Neither did I when I was a doctor.”
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Want to read the Montana Nunez v. Watchtower Trial Transcript? It's now available to read
by AndersonsInfo inthe trial transcript of nunez v. watchtower (426 pages) has been made available from scaars which is the acronym for a new a 501(c)(4) lobbying corporation, sexual child abuse - advocates for reform and safety (scaars).. .
the scaars corporation was formed october 3, 2018 by barbara anderson and former elder, roger bentley and his wife, karin.
on the home page of the scaars website, scaars.org, you will find information that explains the goal of the movement - scaars: "changing laws - changing lives.".
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sparky1 - good question. I'm sure we will. Right now we're so busy with lobbying work that we don't think about money. Will though because we have plans for the future to take our message to legislators all over the US. All SCAARS lobbyists will not get paid, but in time we'll need attorneys, etc. You can reach me through my website, Watchtower Documents if you'd like to talk. One thing that you and others need to know, whatever money is donated to a non-profit lobbying organization is NOT tax-deductible.