Aktuell · 23.06.2026 11:45
Yaël Braun-Pivet Calls for Rapid Review of the Law Against Sexual Violence
The President of the National Assembly, Yaël Braun-Pivet, has called for the swift inclusion of the "integral" legislative proposal against sexual violence on the parliamentary agenda.
Paris – 23.06.2026: In response to the tragic events surrounding the Lyhanna case, the President of the National Assembly, Yaël Braun-Pivet, has called for the rapid inclusion of the “integral” legislative proposal against sexual violence on the parliamentary agenda. She appealed to the government and the President of the Republic to address the bill, supported by over one hundred deputies, during the next extraordinary session of the National Assembly, scheduled for either July or September.
The “integral” bill, submitted in December 2025 by over one hundred deputies, contains 79 articles and aims to comprehensively protect the rights of women and children from sexual violence. It was developed as a cross-party project and covers various areas, including justice, security, education, and health.
Braun-Pivet emphasized the urgency of the legislative initiative and criticized existing institutional shortcomings in dealing with sexual violence. She called for a comprehensive response to the problem and pointed to the need to strengthen the legal framework to better assist victims.
The bill includes, among other measures, the creation of specialized courts for sexual violence cases, the introduction of annual confidential discussions for children starting at kindergarten age for early detection of violence, as well as a professional ban for individuals convicted of sexual violence who have contact with minors.
The call for a rapid review of the law comes after the tragic death of 11-year-old Lyhanna, whose case has reignited the debate about the necessity of a comprehensive law initiative against sexual violence. Braun-Pivet and other deputies stressed the importance of a swift and effective parliamentary response to this urgent social issue.
The “integral” bill has been supported by a broad coalition of deputies from various political groups, highlighting its cross-party nature. Its swift inclusion on the parliamentary agenda is seen as crucial to adequately address victims of sexual violence and to implement preventive measures effectively.
The discussion around the “integral” legislative proposal underscores the urgency with which France must respond to challenges in child protection and combating sexual violence. The upcoming parliamentary sessions will be decisive in determining whether and to what extent the proposed measures can be implemented.
The rapid review and possible adoption of the “integral” bill could represent a significant step forward in improving protection for women and children against sexual violence in France.