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On the recordJuly 12, 2011
We must do everything in our power to help victims of abuse and domestic violence, and that is why this bill must be reauthorized.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Leahy emphasizes the need for reauthorization to aid domestic violence victims.

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