Jay Rockefeller: “We cannot ignore the fact that for far too long we just have--we've been without one, and we paid a terrible price for…”

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.

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.

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