Tell your Senators to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
New congress, new opportunities…
The last Congress let the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) expire for the first time ever. Luckily, VAWA is getting another chance, and the Senate is expected to vote on it as early as next week!
Do your part: Take 2 minutes to urge your Senators to support the reauthorization of VAWA.
VAWA is moving quickly. And we want to be ready for when the vote comes to the floor, perhaps in just a few days. Your Senators need to hear from you — and soon! Together, let’s show the 113th Congress that we expect them to protect the safety of women across the country.
Act Now: Tell your Senators that women deserve swift reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act!
What exactly is VAWA?
First enacted in 1994 (and since reauthorized twice), VAWA provides federal resources to combat domestic violence and sexual assault. The bipartisan, VAWA reauthorization bill introduced in the Senate would streamline programs to improve effectiveness, increase accountability to ensure that all victims and survivors receive the help they need, strengthen protections against housing discrimination faced by those experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault, and provide critical improvements to respond to the unmet needs of communities across the country. In particular, the bill addresses the particular needs of those experiencing violence at the hands of a same-sex partner, as well as for Native American women.
Speak up! Tell your Senators how important the reauthorization of VAWA is to you and the women in your life.
Thank you for your action at this critical time.
Sincerely,
Emily J. Martin Vice President and General Counsel National Women’s Law Center
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