Jay Rockefeller: “This legislation pays for itself many times over.”

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.

We need to provide more transitional housing and more training for law enforcement, counselors, and healthcare workers to make it easier for victims to come forward.