"Still, this bill is a major step in the right direction and is crucial to making progress. The Senate must reauthorize VAWA immediately, and I will continue working to press for more changes that increase awareness, improve supportive services, and save lives."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Debbie Dingell:
"However, Im disappointed this bill fails to retain my provision to close the boyfriend loophole which would prevent people with a history of domestic abuse from accessing guns."Read on Twitter
"I will continue fighting to close this nonsensical loophole thats putting survivors of domestic abuse at risk every single day."Read on Twitter
"I applaud the Senate for taking up legislation to provide survivors of domestic violence the support they deserve. The Violence Against Women Act has been a longstanding force that has united members of Congress from both sides of the aisle."Read on Twitter
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