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Together We Fight for the People

Floor Speech

Date: Nov. 21, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Criminal Justice

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Mrs. McBATH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to speak on H.R. 5041, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act.

Too many Americans have been injured and too many families have been torn apart by domestic violence. One in four women and one in nine men will experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetime. Victims and survivors span all races, backgrounds, genders, and income levels.

Domestic violence is not just a women's issue. That is why I am proud to have introduced FVPSA, with Representatives Gwen Moore, Tom Cole, and John Katko.

Though there are centers around the country doing incredible work, too many people still are turned away each day due to lack of resources. Our bill will provide adequate resources for prevention and treatment services.

I urge all of my colleagues to support this vital bill. Together, we fight for the people, help survivors of domestic violence, and prevent such tragedies in the future.

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