Across the country, the rape kit backlog is making headlines. Journalists are uncovering backlogs, jurisdictions are implementing reforms to track and test rape kits and citizens are taking action. In the Media Center, you'll find the latest information about the backlog, including: commentary from the ENDTHEBACKLOG staff and backlog reformers, first-person testimonials from those impacted by the backlog, an archive of news articles, op-eds, investigative reports, legislation and government publications we've identified, and more.
THE BACKLOG BLOGMay 14, 2014
Take Action: Urge Congress to Provide $36 Million to Help End the Backlog
With a few simple actions, you can let your legislators know how important their work to address the rape kit backlog is to you.
THE BACKLOG BLOGMay 4, 2014
House of Reps Committee Appropriates $36m for Rape Kit Reform
The FY2015 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Bill that the House of Representatives released on Tuesday includes $36 million to address rape kit backlogs across the country.
