Day: February 28, 2013

  • US Reps Passes VAWA Re-authorization

    US Reps Passes VAWA Re-authorization

    United States Senator from Minnesota, Amy Khlobuchar announced on the popular social media website, Facebook, that the House of Representatives have passed the Violence Against Women’s Act/Trafficked Victim Protection Act (VAWA/TVPA). The re-authorization bill, which passed today with a vote of 286- 138 is now awaiting President Barack Obama’s signature. Stakeholders, advocates and non-profits across…