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Congress received a comprehensive bill on August 24 designed to prevent child sexual abuse, streamline reporting, and coordinate institutional response across Honduras, where officials report an average of 26 sexual assaults daily, 75% involving minors.

A legislative commission met with prosecutors to strengthen investigation procedures and prevention strategies against child and adolescent sexual abuse in schools, with 2025 data showing 1,082 reported cases across six major cities.

The National Congress unanimously approved a motion requiring the Public Prosecutor's office and police to report to lawmakers on how they handle complaints of sexual assault, rape, and harassment of children in schools, citing numerous reports of abuse.

The Public Ministry announced it will seek more than 60 years in prison for a man accused of sexually abusing his nephew.

Joaquín Alvarado Bueso, 38, was extradited to the United States on charges of first-degree rape, indecent acts against minors, and child sexual abuse involving two stepchildren.