The Sexual Assault Evidence Submission Act mandates that law enforcement agencies submit sexual assault evidence, commonly known as rape kits, to the appropriate forensic laboratory within 10 business days of receipt. Additionally, the act requires that this evidence be analyzed within six months of receipt, contingent upon sufficient staffing and resources. Law enforcement agencies are also required to notify the Superintendent of State Police within 45 days about the number of sexual assault cases in their custody that have not yet been submitted for analysis. Following this, they have 180 days to ensure that all relevant cases collected prior to the act's effective date are submitted for analysis.

Furthermore, the act stipulates that any rape kit submitted must include a signed certification indicating its connection to a criminal investigation. The Attorney General is tasked with developing guidelines for the submission and analysis of sexual assault evidence. The act emphasizes the importance of timely processing of sexual assault evidence to enhance the effectiveness of investigations and support victims. It is set to take effect on the first day of the fourth month following its enactment and applies to evidence received by law enforcement agencies within 30 days preceding the act's effective date.