| US Senate Committee Approves Increased Investment in Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
 Heightened response needed in tough times
Washington, D.C. - The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) lauded the Senate Appropriations Committee for approving a $45-million increase in funding for lifesaving programs within the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The vote on the Commerce, Justice, Science appropriations bill is a step toward realizing a greater investment in 2011.
"We are encouraged by this week's vote. By supporting our efforts, the committee's bill sends a clear message that ending domestic and sexual violence is a top priority," said Sue Else, NNEDV's president. "In these tough times, we are reassured that the Senate Appropriations Committee made the fiscally-responsible decision to increase its commitment to cost-effective, lifesaving services." (read full article).
RELATED: Thank Your U.S. Senators For Increased Funding For Victim Services
On July 22, 2010, the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee approved significant, needed increases to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) fund annual distribution (called the "cap") in the U.S. Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) Appropriations bill. In this tough budget climate, these increases are a significant victory and a testament to your incredible advocacy on behalf of victims. Thank you to all who made calls, sent emails and met with Members of Congress and urged them to provide lifesaving resources to victims! (more) |
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