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On the recordApril 15, 2013
Has it had any impact at all, or the lack of enforcement, the lack of training and support and engagement by the police and the judicial system--is that the core problem?
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware
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Senator Coons inquires about the effectiveness of the 2006 sexual violence law.

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