Jay Rockefeller: “Crisis nurseries help reduce child abuse incidents and, ultimately, reduce the necessity for foster care placements.…”

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.

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

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

Because Mr. Shimizu's testimony left so many questions unanswered, then Chairman Rockefeller and Senator Nelson sent a letter to Takata requesting documents and information regarding the company's defective airbags.