Paris Hilton-Backed Bill to Reform Troubled Teen Industry Passes Congress

The bipartisan Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, inspired by Hilton's advocacy and personal experiences, now awaits President Biden's signature.

The Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, addressing abuse in youth residential programs, passed the House with bipartisan support after unanimous Senate approval.
The legislation mandates federal oversight, data collection, and a study on the prevalence of abuse, neglect, and deaths in youth treatment facilities.
Paris Hilton, a survivor of abuse in such facilities, has spent over three years lobbying lawmakers and sharing her story to advocate for the bill.
The bill establishes a Federal Work Group to implement best practices, improve staff training, and increase transparency in youth residential programs.
Hilton expressed pride in the bill's passage, calling it a significant step toward protecting vulnerable children and ensuring safer environments.