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Congressional Black Caucus Chair Marcia Fudge's Statement on the Passage of the Violence Against Women Act

Washington, DC, February 28, 2013
Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Marcia L. Fudge released the following statement on the passage of the Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                    February 28, 2013

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  Congressional Black Caucus Chair Marcia Fudge’s Statement on the Passage of the Violence Against Women Act

 Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Marcia L. Fudge released the following statement on the passage of the Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act:

“I thank my colleagues for their work to have a more inclusive version of the Violence Against Women Act passed in the House of Representatives today, expanding protections of the bill to members of the LGBT, Native American and immigrant communities. Underreported cases of domestic assault, dating violence, sexual assault and other acts of violence against women continue to be a serious problem in this country, and I hope that Congress’s bipartisan support of this legislation shows victims they are not alone. Passage of this legislation ensures victims of these crimes will continue to have options available to find the assistance they need.

“I especially want to commend CBC Member Rep. Gwen Moore for sharing her personal story and for her work to make sure this legislation and its impact on women remains on the national agenda. Rep. Moore is a fearless advocate for all women in this Congress and I thank her for her commitment to ensuring victims receive the protection and support they deserve.”

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