Jay Rockefeller: “It's embarrassing that such an enormous undertaking doesn't have the leadership that it needs.”

It's my understanding that only the NFL can promulgate uniform rules and policies to address domestic violence.

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

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.