Jay Rockefeller: “The Senate Commerce Committee is probably the most bipartisan of all committees in the Senate.”

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.

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

We need to change our culture through increased awareness and education to prevent domestic violence from occurring.

I incorrectly stated that the League has in place a policy requiring clubs to report to law enforcement.