Rep. Engel Issues Statement on 25th Anniversary of Violence Against Women Act
September 13, 2019
September 13, 2019
BRONX, New York, Sept. 13 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, issued the following statement marking the 25th anniversary of the enactment of the Violence Against Women Act:
"I was proud to support the Violence Against Women Act when it was first introduced, and proudly continue to support this critical law. VAWA's lasting impact on our nation has offered needed protections for women and children who are victims of domestic violence and abuse.
"Since 1994, VAWA . . .
"I was proud to support the Violence Against Women Act when it was first introduced, and proudly continue to support this critical law. VAWA's lasting impact on our nation has offered needed protections for women and children who are victims of domestic violence and abuse.
"Since 1994, VAWA . . .