House Bill No. 2705 aims to enhance the rights of sexual assault victims by mandating that law enforcement agencies inform them about the status of their sexual assault forensic evidence upon request. The bill specifies that victims can submit written requests for this information, and it outlines a list of rights for victims, including being informed whether a DNA profile was obtained, if it has been entered into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), and if there is a confirmed match with any profiles in the database. However, the law enforcement agency is not required to communicate this information unless a specific request is made, and they can deny disclosure if it would compromise an ongoing investigation.

The bill also emphasizes the intent to encourage law enforcement to proactively notify victims about relevant information in their cases. It includes provisions for codification and sets an effective date of November 1, 2025. Overall, this legislation seeks to improve communication and transparency between law enforcement and sexual assault victims while balancing the need to protect ongoing investigations.