Jay Rockefeller: “Making these investments won't be easy or cheap. Everyone must play a part, including the Federal government.”

That is stunning. It has not been reauthorized, CHIP. It is still out there, floating.

I thank Senator Leahy for attempting to address my concerns about this bill. I thank his committee staff for working with my committee staff to insert clarifying report language.

Domestic violence is a deep national stain that every segment of our society must work to confront, prevent, and end.

If confirmed, I will commit to review all of the statutory requirements and congressional deadlines.