Fairness for Crime Victims Act of 2023

The Fairness for Crime Victims Act of 2023 prevents Congress from reducing the Crime Victims Fund below a three-year average amount in appropriations bills, unless the reduction is $2 billion or less. The fund, financed by criminal fines and penalties (not taxpayer dollars), directly supports victims of crimes like child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence through services and compensation. This bill addresses a long-standing issue where over $10 billion in collected funds was withheld from victims since 2000, ensuring funds are disbursed as required by the Victims of Crime Act of 1984.