These services were made possible because of legislation such as VAWA. Originally enacted in 1994. VAWA was the beginning of a national commitment to the victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. We continued the commitment in 2000 with the first reauthorization of VAWA which added much needed provisions for victims of rape. violence on college campuses. elder abuse. stalking. legal assistance in civil cases. and transitional housing for victims. I am pleased that the 2005 reauthorization of VAWA will address the needs of immigrants. Native Americans. children. and youth. Since the acts original passage. our commitment has yielded extraordinary progress nationwide.
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