REP. WHITESIDES INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT THE ANTELOPE VALLEY BY STOPPING THE DUMPING OF SEXUALLY VIOLENT PREDATORS IN RURAL COMMUNITIES

Washington, Aug. 27 -- Rep. George Whitesides issued the following press release:

Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27) introduced the Stop Predator Dumping Act, legislation that would protect rural communities by mandating a new placement framework for Sexually Violent Predators (SVPs). The bill aims to stop communities from being disproportionately impacted by repeated SVP placements, an issue that has historically burdened areas like the Antelope Valley.

"For too long, communities like the Antelope Valley have been treated as dumping grounds for Sexually Violent Predators, while other areas share none of the burden," said Rep. Whitesides. "This legislation ensures a fair and transparent approach to SVP placements nationwide. We must pr...