WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) led their colleagues to unanimously pass a resolution designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
“Unfortunately, too many Americans face violence and abuse from within their own home. It’s critical that we continue to amplify the voices of victims and survivors to assure them that they are not alone. Shining a light on these despicable crimes encourages victims and survivors to boldly share their stories. This bipartisan resolution works to raise awareness on the issue of domestic violence and highlight the vital role our first responders, advocates and other domestic violence service providers play in supporting those who have been affected by abuse at home,” Grassley said.?
“We passed the bipartisan Violence Against Women Act reauthorization earlier this year but we must do more to break the cycle of abuse that traps too many individuals, especially women. National Domestic Violence Awareness Month encourages survivors to share their stories so that others will know they’re not alone. It’s my hope that our resolution will raise awareness and encourage more people to come forward so their abusers can be held accountable,” Feinstein said.
This bipartisan resolution continues to raise awareness of domestic violence in the United States and the devastating effects it can have on survivors, families and communities. The resolution commends domestic violence victim advocates, service providers, crisis hotline staff and first responders for their compassionate support of survivors of domestic violence while recognizing the strength and courage of survivors of domestic violence.
Grassley and Feinstein were joined by Sens. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) to pass the resolution.
