It’ll be good to see what came out of the US-Vatican mixed committee that revised the policy on sex-abuse cases:
George said it “isn’t fair” to say the policy has been watered down.
“What we achieved is a kind of clarity,” he said.
George indicated the procedures for reporting abuse are clearer and more detailed than in the previous document, and that the definition of sex abuse has also been clarified.
This article describes the bishops participating:
Church insiders say that while the Vatican officials probably reflect diverse views, they were chosen for their official duties rather than their personal views. Of the U.S. bishops, Lori is expected to defend the norms as they are, Levada may seek modifications, Doran is the canon law expert and George is believed to have the clout and diplomacy to bring everyone else to an agreement.
You have to give them credit for fast work. Or at least fast acceptance of revisions recommended by the Curia.