In fact. domestic violence is the leading cause of Injury to women aged 15 to 44. This national tragedy affects women from all social economic groups. However. poor Immigrant women with children face unique challenges and bureaucratic hurdles. Under current law. legal residents who are In abusive relationships are not entitled to AFDC benefits or food stamps if they flee their homes to escape domestic violence. As a result. many women are forced to choose between feeding their children or being battered. The current system has failed to provide protection and equity for battered immigrant women. This unfortunate situation had led me to Introduce the Fairness to Minority Womens Health Act as pert of the womens caucus Womens Health Eqauity Act. My legislation would ensure that AFDC benefits and food stamps are granted to women and their chidren who escape domestic violent situations.
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