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A crime bill to benefit children and victims of domestic violence is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis after passing both houses of the Florida legislature with support from the family of slain travel blogger Gabby Petito and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
The Protection of Children and Victims of Crime bill passed unanimously in the state House and Senate on Wednesday.
“We are thrilled to see the child welfare and lethality assessment Bill 1224 pass in the state of Florida,” Petito’s father, Joe Petito, told Fox News Digital. “It’s a significant milestone in the fight against domestic violence.”
Gabby Petito poses for an Instagram photo in Bryce Canyon National Park. (Family of Gabby Petito)
If the victim answers yes to questions 1-4, or yes to at least four of the remaining questions, law enforcement is required to refer them to a certified domestic violence center. The officer must also create a written report indicating the results of the LAP.
