Jay Rockefeller: “As Senator Rockefeller mentioned, we can't regulate this. I can't regulate professionalism. I wish I could, but I can't.”

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

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

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.

If confirmed, I pledge to consider all relevant facts and public comments in the docket.