Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2025 (S. 2337 / H.R. 3304); Invest to Protect Act (H.R. 2711 / S. 768); HIRRE Prosecutors Act of 2025 (H.R. 6666 / S. 3438); SROS Act (S. 3189 / H.R. 6120); Protect and Serve Act (H.R. 1551 / S. 167); Thin Blue Line Act (H.R. 378 / S. 83); Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act (H.R. 5391); Back the Blue Act (H.R. 4310 / S. 3366); Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act (H.R. 4024); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis (STOIC) Act (S. 419 / H.R. 5282); Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Act (S. 825); Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act (S. 1418 / H.R. 2240); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (H.R. 350 / S. 234); LOOTER Act of 2025 (H.R. 3600); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (H.R. 2853 / S. 1404); Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act (H.R. 5061); Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act (H.R. 1058); Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act (H.R. 6602); Protect Your PIN Act (H.R. 5594); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (S. 3456 / H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309 / S. 3719); BADGES for Native Communities Act (H.R. 1010 / S. 390); Mystic Alerts Act (H.R. 7022); Next Generation 9-1-1 Act (H.R. 6505); Improving the Federal Response to Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (H.R. 6651); Counter Drone State and Local Defender Act (H.R. 7525); GUARD Act (S. 3062); Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102 / S. 1032); STOP CSAM Act of 2025 (H.R. 3921 / S. 1829); Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497 / S. 3765); Karis Law Reporting Act (H.R. 5201); Emergency Reporting Act (H.R. 5200); Officer John Barnes and Chief Michael Ansbro Public Safety Officers Benefits Program Expansion Act of 2026 (H.R. 7718 / S. 3897); Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909 / S. 1982); Strong Communities Act of 2025 (H.R. 3458 / S. 1316); Monitor Accountability Act (H.R. 8365 / S. 4917); Flock Off Act (H.R. 10221); American Drone Manufacturing Dominance Act (H.R. 10116); Emergency Responders Mental Health Training Act (H.R. 10349); Training Rural Law Enforcement Officers Act of 2026 (S. 5109/H.R. 8675); SAFE School Act (H.R. 8506); Stop the Doxx Act (H.R. 8927)

In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers, strengthening the charitable giving incentive, and preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, Head Start, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce. In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030, by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. And in opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. And in opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. And in opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing. In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing. In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.57 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) in FY 27 to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.91 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.27 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 27 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 27 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 27 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion for FY 27. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG). And in support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of robust investments in the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) and related LHHS funded programs in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of the following during the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process: $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, $35 million for the Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program, $100 million for the Rape Crisis Services, Partnerships and Resources program, $100 million for the Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) at the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Injury Center, $26 million for the DELTA Prevention Program, $20 million for the Violence Against Women Health Initiative, $2 million for the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA),and language being included in any final appropriations bill related to violence against women. In support of federal funding for child care, early learning, and programs addressing domestic violence in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of the following during the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process: the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Bonus (DV/SA Bonus) program set aside from the Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness program at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the FY2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bill at $75 million, $15 million set-aside for training and technical assistance, and the Appropriations Committee including designated funding for implementation and training and technical assistance, and the following language be included in any final FY 27 appropriations bill related to violence against women. In support of $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives, $15 million for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance and to implement the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and $600,000 to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence at HUD in the FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 (H.R. 6500), and FY 2026 funding for housing, childcare, Head Start, and domestic violence and sexual assault programs and services. In support of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 (H.R. 6500) and the inclusion of language preventing OMB from issuing the rule for the duration of the continuing resolution (CR). In support of Congress fully funding anti homeless programs at scale and investing in the housing and supportive services proven to prevent and end homelessness. In support of Congress prioritizing protecting people struggling to make ends meet by rejecting further cuts to basic needs programs via a Reconciliation 3.0 package or another legislative vehicle. In support of Congress protecting the health care, care services that enable older adults and people with disabilities to remain in their homes, child care, the Earned Income Tax Credit, food assistance, housing, and other basic needs programs, not exacerbate families everyday crises. In opposition to any Reconciliation 3.0 package that threatens human needs programs. In support of Congress working to protect and strengthen basic needs programs. In opposition to the U.S. Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) proposed changes to overhaul the set of rules, known as the Uniform Guidance, governing federal grants, cooperative agreements, and other monetary awards to nonprofits, state and local governments, and other grantees. In support of Congress blocking the proposed U.S. Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) changes to overhaul the set of rules, known as the Uniform Guidance, governing federal grants, cooperative agreements, and other monetary awards to nonprofits, state and local governments, and other grantees - and any effort by federal agencies to implement similar changes - in any must-pass legislation this year. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services and in opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of including language any FY 2027 HUD spending bill that establishes deadlines and requirements to ensure HUD issues a lawful Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the CoC program, announces awards, and executes contracts in a timely way and raises the minimum renewal threshold for Tier 1 funding in the CoC program from 60% to 85%. In support of including language any FY 2027 CJS spending bill that establishes deadlines and requirements to ensure DOJ issues a lawful Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for VAWA grants, announces awards, and executes contracts in a timely way. In support of including language any FY 2027 HHS spending bill that establishes deadlines and requirements to ensure DOJ issues a lawful Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for FVPSA grants, announces awards, and executes contracts in a timely way. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1), in opposition to all provisions including cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, harmful programmatic changes to these programs, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64, shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states, triggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid. In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP. In opposition to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1). In support of funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by the Department of Education, including funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), Head Start and Early Head Start, the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA), and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs, and the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In opposition to Congress providing additional funding to ICE and CBP. In support of Congress using its power of the purse to send an unequivocal message that the Administration must take immediate, concrete, and meaningful steps toward accountability and reform. In support of Congress continuing the strong, bipartisan support for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program, and building upon efforts to increase access to affordable, quality child care. In support of Congress/leaders acting with urgency to ensure that the Administration for Children and Families disburses CCDF funding without further disruption, while working in partnership with states as they deliver CCDF funding efficiently and responsibly. In support of federal funding for child care, early learning, and programs addressing domestic violence in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of Congress defending its constitutional authority over federal spending and to ensure that federal agencies carry out funding decisions as written. In support of Congress remaining vigilant in opposing federal funding delays or pauses by the Administration that are not grounded in clear legal requirements and considering possible language in the FY27 appropriations bills to address this. In support of Congress ensuring the Administration obligates and expends federal funds consistent with congressional directives and statutory timelines. In support of increased funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of investments in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. And in support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to prevent the Department of Justice (DOJ) from consolidating the work of the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and urging the Department to release funding in a timely manner. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY27 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. And in opposition to proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ)programs. In support of Congress prioritizing investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. In support of Congress fully funding all VAWA programs in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill. In support of all Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) programs. In support of investments in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill to address violence against women. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill. In support of investments in the FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill to address violence against women to address violence against women. In support of investments in the FY27 Homeland Security Bill and FY 27Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of Congress ensuring that no funds are used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief. In support of Congress urging the recapture of unallocated U visas to assist in alleviating the significant backlog of nearly 239,000 primary petitioners and an additional 158,000 family members awaiting U visas by cutting the backlog by almost half, helping eligible victims of crime to obtain stabilizing benefits and facilitating family reunification. In opposition to cuts to federal affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs in any final Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 spending bills. In support of Congress including language in all Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 appropriations bill that block any attempt by the executive branch to withhold, rescind, or otherwise cut congressionally approved funding. In support of robust, reliable funding for affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs is needed to address the growing affordable housing and homelessness crisis in our communities. In support of Congress enacting spending bills that ensure the highest amount of funding possible for affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs in FY 2027, and to reject any harmful proposals to cut these vital investments. In support of Congress including robust funding and targeted report language in the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill to maintain housing stability for people with disabilities. In support of Congress including report language to establish clear guardrails and oversight that protect housing stability for people with disabilities in supportive housing. In opposition to FY 2027 House appropriations bill language that would prohibit the use of federal funds for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs or to advance so-called divisive concepts or critical race theory. In support of Congress rejecting riders in and amendments to Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 appropriations bills prohibiting the use of federal funds for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts, which will hinder the federal governments ability to serve all people fairly and uphold its commitment to fairness, equal opportunity, and civil rights. In support of adequate funding for Election Security Grants in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget, specifically, allocating $825 million in HAVA Election Security Grants, under existing HAVA grant restrictions and terms, to states and localities in a FY27 government funding bill. In support of the Senate brining to the floor and passing the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFSA) H.R. 909/S.1892. In opposition to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs that deeply undercut the Head Start program.

In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat. In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people. H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility. In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief. In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas. In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal. In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, Tnonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Office on Violence Against Women remain an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of H.R. 4040 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA). In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that receive Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 27 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 27 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 27 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 27 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion in FY 27. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 27 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of the Department of Education devoting necessary funding and staffing capacity for timely resolution of survivor complaints and other discrimination complaints. In support of the Department of Education ending politicized investigations targeting inclusion and safety of transgender students. In support of the Department of Education recommitting to Title IXs core promise of equal access to education for all students. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) prioritizing coercing schools into banning transgender children from using the appropriate bathrooms and locker rooms. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) not deploying strategies that actually protect students from sexual violence and enforcing Title IX to equitably resolving their complaints. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) neglecting to protect students from actual sexual violence. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) pursuing an ongoing dangerous and unlawful campaign of discriminating against transgender students under the guise of preventing sexual violence. In support of U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) fulfilling its duties under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026. In support of the entire bill. In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and increasing the funding authorization level. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 grant program that increases the capacity of culturally specific community-based organizations. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 provisions that promote best practices. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and its funding for national technical assistance (TA) centers. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and provisions for the National Domestic Violence Hotline and hotline services for populations, including American Indians, Alaskan Natives and Deaf survivors. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 creation of an underserved grant program. In support of The Healthy Families Act and providing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking paid leave and job-protected time to seek safety and support. In support of The Healthy Families Act provisions allowing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking to use their paid sick days to recover or seek assistance related to an incident. In opposition to making, it harder for citizens to vote - including millions of women and survivors of sexual assault domestic violence, and trafficking. In opposition to voting requirements that would harm military, tribal, and rural voters; low-income voters; survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or natural disasters who lack required documents; communities of color; and the tens of millions of people who have changed their names, including married women and survivors who did so to protect their safety. In support of Congress fully funding all VAWA programs in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill. In support of increased funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of investments in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to prevent the Department of Justice (DOJ) from consolidating the work of the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). In support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill urging the Department to release funding in a timely manner. In opposition to proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Senate brining to the floor and passing the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFSA) H.R. 909/S.1892. In support of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 (H.R. 6500), and FY 2026 funding for housing, childcare, Head Start, nutrition, and domestic violence and sexual assault programs and services. In support of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 (H.R. 6500) and the inclusion of language preventing OMB from issuing the rule for the duration of the continuing resolution (CR). In opposition to the U.S. Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) proposed changes to overhaul the set of rules, known as the Uniform Guidance, governing federal grants, cooperative agreements, and other monetary awards to nonprofits, state and local governments, and other grantees. In support of Congress blocking the proposed U.S. Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) changes to overhaul the set of rules, known as the Uniform Guidance, governing federal grants, cooperative agreements, and other monetary awards to nonprofits, state and local governments, and other grantees - and any effort by federal agencies to implement similar changes - in any must-pass legislation this year. In support of including language any FY 2027 CJS spending bill that establishes deadlines and requirements to ensure DOJ issues a lawful Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for VAWA grants, announces awards, and executes contracts in a timely way. In support of including language any FY 2027 HHS spending bill that establishes deadlines and requirements to ensure DOJ issues a lawful Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for FVPSA grants, announces awards, and executes contracts in a timely way.

H.R. 909, CrimeVictimsFund Stabilization Actof2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass TraffickingVictimsPrevention and Protection Reauthorization Actof2025 and generally support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

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Take It Down Act, HR 633, S. 146; Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 1379; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, HR 909; Kids Online Safety Act, S. 1748; Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025, H.R. 1144; Guidelines for User Age-Verification and Responsible Dialogue Act (GUARD Act), S. 3062

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Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 and generally support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

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Support the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (HR 909/S 1892) Support Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (HR 2588/S 3724)

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Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2025 (S. 2337 / H.R. 3304); Invest to Protect Act (H.R. 2711 / S. 768); HIRRE Prosecutors Act of 2025 (H.R. 6666 / S. 3438); SROS Act (S. 3189 / H.R. 6120); Protect and Serve Act (H.R. 1551 / S. 167); Thin Blue Line Act (H.R. 378 / S. 83); Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act (H.R. 5391); Back the Blue Act (H.R. 4310 / S. 3366); Enhancing COPS Hiring Program Grants for Local Law Enforcement Act (H.R. 5403); Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act (H.R. 4024); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis (STOIC) Act (S. 419 / H.R. 5282); Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Act (S. 825); Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act (S. 1418 / H.R. 2240); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (H.R. 350 / S. 234); LOOTER Act of 2025 (H.R. 3600); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (H.R. 2853 / S. 1404); Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act (H.R. 5061); Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act (H.R. 1058); Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act (H.R. 6602); Protect Your PIN Act (H.R. 5594); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (S. 3456 / H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309 / S. 3719); BADGES for Native Communities Act (H.R. 1010 / S. 390); Mystic Alerts Act (H.R. 7022); Next Generation 9-1-1 Act (H.R. 6505); Improving the Federal Response to Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (H.R. 6651); Counter Drone State and Local Defender Act (H.R. 7525); GUARD Act (S. 3062); Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102 / S. 1032); STOP CSAM Act of 2025 (H.R. 3921 / S. 1829); Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497 / S. 3765); Karis Law Reporting Act (H.R. 5201); Emergency Reporting Act (H.R. 5200; Officer John Barnes and Chief Michael Ansbro Public Safety Officers Benefits Program Expansion Act of 2026 (H.R. 7718 / S. 3897); Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909 / S. 1982); Strong Communities Act of 2025 (H.R. 3458 / S. 1316); Monitor Accountability Act (H.R. 8365 / S. 4917)

In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers, strengthening the charitable giving incentive, and preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, Head Start, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce. In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030, by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. And in opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. And in opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. And in opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY26 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. And in opposition to any proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. In support of fully funding Violence Against Women Act programs in FY26. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in the FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing. In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing. In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives. In support of providing $15 million in FY26 for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance, and to implement VAWA. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of investments in the FY26 Homeland Security bill, as well as the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) bill. to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.65 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.94 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.91 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support long overdue renovation, maintenance, and repair of facilities. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. And in support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG). And in support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services And in opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1), in opposition to all provisions including cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, harmful programmatic changes to these programs, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64, shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states, triggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid. In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP. In opposition to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1). In support of funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by the Department of Education, including funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of FY 26 funding the Community Development Block Grant. In opposition to the Senates proposed $200 million cut to HUDs Community Development Block Grant in FY26. In support of funding the Community Development Block Grant at $3.3 billion In support of Congress including language in a forthcoming appropriations bill directing HUD to renew all Continuum of Care (CoC) grants expiring in calendar year 2026 for a full year. In support of including language in FY26 appropriations to renew all CoC grants expiring in2026 for a 12-month period. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), Head Start and Early Head Start, Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs, Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund for FY 2026. In support of Congress providing $2.05 Billion for the Victims of Crime Act( VOCA) Fund cap. In support of Congress providing a 12-mont extension of Continuum of Care (CoC) FY 24 contracts. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) setting the VOCA Cap Fund at $1.9 billion and allocating $720 million for VAWA. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), Head Start and Early Head Start, the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA), and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs, and the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $8.83 billion for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), $12.35 billion for the Head Start program, $245 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA)and $52 million for the HUD CoC program. In support the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) establishing a process for HUD to fund FY 2025 CoC grants if awards are not issued under a new NOFO. In support of Congress to moving forward with the remaining five FY 26 spending bills to avoid major impacts on local programs which provide survivor services and prevention programming, while opposing Congress providing additional funding to ICE and CBP until there has been full transparency and accountability for their actions and the violence, abuses, and killings in American communities and in immigration detention centers stop. In opposition to Congress providing additional funding to ICE and CBP. In support of Congress using its power of the purse to send an unequivocal message that the Administration must take immediate, concrete, and meaningful steps toward accountability and reform. In support of Congress continuing the strong, bipartisan support for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program, and building upon efforts to increase access to affordable, quality child care. In support of Congress/leaders acting with urgency to ensure that the Administration for Children and Families disburses CCDF funding without further disruption, while working in partnership with states as they deliver CCDF funding efficiently and responsibly. In support of federal funding for child care, early learning, and programs addressing domestic violence in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of support for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), Head Start, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), and the Continuum of Care (COC) program in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of robust investments in the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) and related LHHS funded programs in the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process. In support of the following during the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process: $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, $35 million for the Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program, $100 million for the Rape Crisis Services, Partnerships and Resources program, $100 million for the Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) at the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Injury Center, $26 million for the DELTA Prevention Program, $20 million for the Violence Against Women Health Initiative, $2 million for the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA),and language being included in any final appropriations bill related to violence against women. In support of the following during the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process: the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Bonus (DV/SA Bonus) program set aside from the Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness program at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the FY2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bill at $75 million, $15 million set-aside for training and technical assistance, and the Appropriations Committee including designated funding for implementation and training and technical assistance, and the following language be included in any final FY 27 appropriations bill related to violence against women. In support of Congress defending its constitutional authority over federal spending and to ensure that federal agencies carry out funding decisions as written. In support of Congress remaining vigilant in opposing federal funding delays or pauses by the Administration that are not grounded in clear legal requirements and considering possible language in the FY27 appropriations bills to address this. In support of Congress ensuring the Administration obligates and expends federal funds consistent with congressional directives and statutory timelines. In support of increased funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of investments in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. And in support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to prevent the Department of Justice (DOJ) from consolidating the work of the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and urging the Department to release funding in a timely manner. In support of providing $2 billion for VOCA programs in FY27 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. And in opposition to proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ)programs. In support of Congress prioritizing investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. In support of Congress fully funding all VAWA programs in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill. In support of all Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) programs. In support of investments in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill to address violence against women. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill. In support of providing $500 million in funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill. In support of providing $35 million in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill for the Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program at the Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services to support survivors who urgently need culturally specific services that address the nexus of domestic violence and sexual assault with other health outcomes. In support of $26 million in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill for the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA; HHS/CDC). In support of $100 million in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill for the Rape Prevention and Education Grants (RPE) (HHS/CDC) formula grants. In support of $30 million in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, StrongHearts Native Helpline, and Abused Deaf Womens Advocacy Services. In support of $2 million in the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill to address Intimate Partner Violence/Public Health Partnerships/Project Catalyst at Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). In support of investments in the FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill to address violence against women to address violence against women. In support of $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives, $15 million for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance and to implement the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and $600,000 to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence at HUD in the FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of investments in the FY27 Homeland Security Bill and FY 27Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of Congress ensuring that no funds are used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief. In support of Congress urging the recapture of unallocated U visas to assist in alleviating the significant backlog of nearly 239,000 primary petitioners and an additional 158,000 family members awaiting U visas by cutting the backlog by almost half, helping eligible victims of crime to obtain stabilizing benefits and facilitating family reunification. In opposition to cuts to federal affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs in any final Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 spending bills. In support of Congress including language in all Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 appropriations bills that block any attempt by the executive branch to withhold, rescind, or otherwise cut congressionally approved funding. In support of robust, reliable funding for affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs is needed to address the growing affordable housing and homelessness crisis in our communities. In support of Congress enacting spending bills that ensure the highest amount of funding possible for affordable housing, homelessness, and community development programs in FY 2027, and to reject any harmful proposals to cut these vital investments. In support of Congress including robust funding and targeted report language in the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill to maintain housing stability for people with disabilities. In support of Congress including report language to establish clear guardrails and oversight that protect housing stability for people with disabilities in supportive housing. In opposition to FY 2027 House appropriations bills language that would prohibit the use of federal funds for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs or to advance so-called divisive concepts or critical race theory. In support of Congress rejecting riders in and amendments to Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 appropriations bills prohibiting the use of federal funds for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts, which will hinder the federal governments ability to serve all people fairly and uphold its commitment to fairness, equal opportunity, and civil rights. In support of adequate funding for Election Security Grants in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget, specifically, allocating $825 million in HAVA Election Security Grants, under existing HAVA grant restrictions and terms, to states and localities in a FY27 government funding bill. In support of the Senate brining to the floor and passing the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFSA) H.R. 909/S.1892.

In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat. In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people. H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility. In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief. In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas. In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal. In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Department of Justice Grants immediately reinstate all previously awarded Office of Justice Programs grants and refrain from terminating grants in any other agencies, including the Office on Violence Against Women. In support of members of Congress demanding the release of FY25 Notice of Funding Opportunities in the Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Office, and maintaining the Office on Violence Against Women as an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of ensuring that there are no further federal funding cuts related to victim and survivor services and the immediate release of funds already designated by Congress for FY2025 grants that support providers and programs, preserving the Office of Violence Against Womens independence. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of H.R. 4040 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA). In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that receive Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of the Department of Education devoting necessary funding and staffing capacity for timely resolution of survivor complaints and other discrimination complaints. In support of the Department of Education ending politicized investigations targeting inclusion and safety of transgender students. In support of the Department of Education recommitting to Title IXs core promise of equal access to education for all students. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) prioritizing coercing schools into banning transgender children from using the appropriate bathrooms and locker rooms. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) not deploying strategies that actually protect students from sexual violence and enforcing Title IX to equitably resolving their complaints. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) neglecting to protect students from actual sexual violence. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) pursuing an ongoing dangerous and unlawful campaign of discriminating against transgender students under the guise of preventing sexual violence. In support of U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) fulfilling its duties under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026. In support of the entire bill. In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and increasing the funding authorization level. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 grant program that increases the capacity of culturally specific community-based organizations. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 provisions that promote best practices. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and its funding for national technical assistance (TA) centers. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and provisions for the National Domestic Violence Hotline and hotline services for populations, including American Indians, Alaskan Natives and Deaf survivors. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 creation of an underserved grant program. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA). In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund. In support of Congress providing $2.05 Billion for the Victims of Crime Act( VOCA) Fund cap. In support of Congress providing a 12-mont extension of Continuum of Care (CoC) FY 24 contracts. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) and its provisions funding the Violence Against Women Axt and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) fund. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) setting the VOCA Cap Fund at $1.9 billion and allocating $720 million for VAWA. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) which provides FY 2026 funding through Sept. 30, 2026 which providing funding for housing, child care, early learning (Head Start and Early Head Start), and violence against women programs and services. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $245 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of The Healthy Families Act and providing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking paid leave and job-protected time to seek safety and support. In support of The Healthy Families Act provisions allowing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking to use their paid sick days to recover or seek assistance related to an incident. In opposition to making, it harder for citizens to vote - including millions of women and survivors of sexual assault domestic violence, and trafficking. In opposition to voting requirements that would harm military, tribal, and rural voters; low-income voters; survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or natural disasters who lack required documents; communities of color; and the tens of millions of people who have changed their names, including married women and survivors who did so to protect their safety. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of the following during the Fiscal Year (FY)2027 appropriations process: $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, $35 million for the Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program, $100 million for the Rape Crisis Services, Partnerships and Resources program, $100 million for the Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) at the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Injury Center, $26 million for the DELTA Prevention Program, $20 million for the Violence Against Women Health Initiative, $2 million for the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA),and language being included in any final appropriations bill related to violence against women. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress fully funding all VAWA programs in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill. In support of increased funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of investments in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. In support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill to prevent the Department of Justice (DOJ) from consolidating the work of the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). In support of including language in the FY27 Commerce, Justice Science (CJS) bill urging the Department to release funding in a timely manner. In support of providing $2 billion for VOCA programs in FY27 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. In opposition to proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Senate brining to the floor and passing the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFSA) H.R. 909/S.1892.

Take It Down Act, HR 633, S. 146; Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 1379; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, HR 909; Kids Online Safety Act, S. 1748; Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025, H.R. 1144; Guidelines for User Age-Verification and Responsible Dialogue Act (GUARD Act), S. 3062

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H.R. 909, CrimeVictimsFund Stabilization Actof2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass TraffickingVictimsPrevention and Protection Reauthorization Actof2025 and generally support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

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In support of the Charitable Act (S. 317/H.R.801) to expand the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of strengthening the charitable giving incentive. In support of preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce. In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030, by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. In opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. In opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY26 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. In opposition to any proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Crime Victim Fund Stabilization Act that provides additional funding to VOCA from surplus funds generated by the False Claims Act (FCA). In support of a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. In support of investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. This includes investments in lifesaving legal services; funding for services in rural and remote areas; transitional housing programs to help victims rebuild their lives after violence and abuse; law enforcement improvements such as sexual assault response teams, initiatives to address the rape kit backlog, and homicide reduction initiatives; services for underserved victims, including individuals with disabilities and elderly victims; funding to ensure compliance with the requirement of serving victims with limited English proficiency; programs aimed at children, youth, and college students; funding to support critical culturally specific services and responses; projects addressing courts and visitation; programs to respond to the epidemic of sexual assault and domestic violence on tribal lands; projects addressing violence in the workplace; and prevention programs and public health responses to violence and abuse. In support of fully funding Violence Against Women Act programs in FY26. In support of providing $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of providing $35 million for the Supporting a Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program. In support of providing $100 million to continue rape crisis services, partnerships, and resources to respond to sexual assault at Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services. In support of providing $100 million for Rape Prevention and Education Grants (RPE) (HHS/CDC). In support of providing $26 million for the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA; HHS/CDC) program. In support of providing $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, StrongHearts Native Helpline, and Abused Deaf Womens Advocacy Services. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in the FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing. In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing. In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives. In support of providing $15 million in FY26 for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance, and to implement VAWA. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of investments in the FY26 Homeland Security bill, as well as the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) bill. to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.65 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.94 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.91 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support long overdue renovation, maintenance, and repair of facilities. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG). In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, as well as harmful programmatic changes to these programs. Specifically, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act(H.R.1) shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states and tiggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid. In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1). In support of funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by the Department of Education, including funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of FY 26 funding the Community Development Block Grant. In opposition to the Senates proposed $200 million cut to HUDs Community Development Block Grant in FY26. In support of funding the Community Development Block Grant at $3.3 billion In support of Congress including language in a forthcoming appropriations bill directing HUD to renew all Continuum of Care (CoC) grants expiring in calendar year 2026 for a full year. In support of including language in FY26 appropriations to renew all CoC grants expiring in2026 for a 12-month period. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG). In support of Congress providing robust funding for Head Start and Early Head Start. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA). In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund. In support of Congress providing $2.05 Billion for the Victims of Crime Act( VOCA) Fund cap. In support of Congress providing a 12-mont extension of Continuum of Care (CoC) FY 24 contracts. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) and its provisions funding the Violence Against Women Axt and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) fund. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) setting the VOCA Cap Fund at $1.9 billion and allocating $720 million for VAWA. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for Head Start and Early Head Start in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) which provides FY 2026 funding through Sept. 30, 2026 which providing funding for housing, child care, early learning (Head Start and Early Head Start), and violence against women programs and services. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $8.83 billion for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG). In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $12.35 billion for the Head Start program, In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $245 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $52 million for the HUD CoC program. In support the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) establishing a process for HUD to fund FY 2025 CoC grants if awards are not issued under a new NOFO and specifies the following: Renewals will match the prior award amount, with increases as needed to maintain project operations. Adjustments will account for cost-of-living changes in supportive services and updates to fair market rents in the geographic area. Amounts remaining after all such renewals are made shall be competitively awarded pursuant to a notice of funding opportunity. Renewals shall not render recipients ineligible for awards under any FY 2025 and FY 2026 notices of funding opportunity. In support of Congress to moving forward with the remaining five FY 26 spending bills to avoid major impacts on local programs which provide survivor services and prevention programming, while opposing Congress providing additional funding to ICE and CBP until there has been full transparency and accountability for their actions and the violence, abuses, and killings in American communities and in immigration detention centers stop. In opposition to Congress providing additional funding to ICE and CBP until there has been full transparency and accountability for their actions and the violence, abuses, and killings in American communities and in immigration detention centers stop. In support of Congress using its power of the purse to send an unequivocal message that the Administration must take immediate, concrete, and meaningful steps toward accountability and reform. In support of Congress protecting and prioritizing child care investments during the Appropriations process, continuing the strong, bipartisan support for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program, and building upon efforts to increase access to affordable, quality child care. In support of Congress/leaders acting with urgency to ensure that the Administration for Children and Families disburses CCDF funding without further disruption, while working in partnership with states as they deliver CCDF funding efficiently and responsibly.

Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat. In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people. H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility. In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief. In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas. In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal. In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Department of Justice Grants immediately reinstate all previously awarded Office of Justice Programs grants and refrain from terminating grants in any other agencies, including the Office on Violence Against Women. In support of members of Congress demanding the release of FY25 Notice of Funding Opportunities in the Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Office, and maintaining the Office on Violence Against Women as an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of ensuring that there are no further federal funding cuts related to victim and survivor services and the immediate release of funds already designated by Congress for FY2025 grants that support providers and programs, preserving the Office of Violence Against Womens independence. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of H.R. 4040 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA). In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that receive Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of the Department of Education devoting necessary funding and staffing capacity for timely resolution of survivor complaints and other discrimination complaints. In support of the Department of Education ending politicized investigations targeting inclusion and safety of transgender students. In support of the Department of Education recommitting to Title IXs core promise of equal access to education for all students. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) prioritizing coercing schools into banning transgender children from using the appropriate bathrooms and locker rooms. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) not deploying strategies that actually protect students from sexual violence and enforcing Title IX to equitably resolving their complaints. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) neglecting to protect students from actual sexual violence. In opposition to U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) pursuing an ongoing dangerous and unlawful campaign of discriminating against transgender students under the guise of preventing sexual violence. In support of U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights (OCR) fulfilling its duties under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026. In support of the entire bill. In support of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and increasing the funding authorization level. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 grant program that increases the capacity of culturally specific community-based organizations. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 provisions that promote best practices. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and its funding for national technical assistance (TA) centers. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 and provisions for the National Domestic Violence Hotline and hotline services for populations, including American Indians, Alaskan Natives and Deaf survivors. In support of a Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act (FVPSA) of 2026 creation of an underserved grant program. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA). In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund. In support of Congress providing $2.05 Billion for the Victims of Crime Act( VOCA) Fund cap. In support of Congress providing a 12-mont extension of Continuum of Care (CoC) FY 24 contracts. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) and its provisions funding the Violence Against Women Axt and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) fund. In support of the Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 6938) setting the VOCA Cap Fund at $1.9 billion and allocating $720 million for VAWA. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Family Violence Prevention and Services (FVPSA) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) services and programs in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of Congress providing robust funding for the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) program Domestic Violene Bonus Fund in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) which provides FY 2026 funding through Sept. 30, 2026 which providing funding for housing, child care, early learning (Head Start and Early Head Start), and violence against women programs and services. In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $245 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) providing $52 million for the HUD CoC program. In support the consolidated Appropriations, 2026 (H.R. 7148) establishing a process for HUD to fund FY 2025 CoC grants if awards are not issued under a new NOFO and specifies the following: Renewals will match the prior award amount, with increases as needed to maintain project operations. Adjustments will account for cost-of-living changes in supportive services and updates to fair market rents in the geographic area. Amounts remaining after all such renewals are made shall be competitively awarded pursuant to a notice of funding opportunity. Renewals shall not render recipients ineligible for awards under any FY 2025 and FY 2026 notices of funding opportunity. In support of The Healthy Families Act and the creation of a national paid sick and safe days standard. In support of The Healthy Families Act and providing eligible workers seven job-protected paid sick days every year that can be applied to care for oneself, sick family member, a sick child, and to attend school meetings related to a childs disability or health condition. In support of The Healthy Families Act and providing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking paid leave and job-protected time to seek safety and support. In support of The Healthy Families Act provisions allowing survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including stalking to use their paid sick days to recover or seek assistance related to an incident. In opposition to making, it harder for citizens to vote - including millions of women and survivors of sexual assault domestic violence, and trafficking. In opposition to voting requirements that would harm military, tribal, and rural voters; low-income voters; survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or natural disasters who lack required documents; communities of color; and the tens of millions of people who have changed their names, including married women and survivors who did so to protect their safety.

Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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Issues related to community-based gun violence intervention and prevention and firearms; appropriations funding for community violence intervention and prevention programming and research; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909/S. 892); and Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 4103/S. 2203).

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H.R. 909, CrimeVictimsFund Stabilization Actof2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass TraffickingVictimsPrevention and Protection Reauthorization Actof2025 and generally Support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

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Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2025 (S. 2337 / H.R. 3304); Invest to Protect Act (H.R. 2711 / S. 768); HIRRE Prosecutors Act of 2025 (H.R. 6666 / S. 3438); SROS Act (S. 3189 / H.R. 6120); Protect and Serve Act (H.R. 1551 / S. 167); Thin Blue Line Act (H.R. 378 / S. 83); Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act (H.R. 5391); Back the Blue Act (H.R. 4310 / S. 3366); Enhancing COPS Hiring Program Grants for Local Law Enforcement Act (H.R. 5403); Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act (H.R. 4024); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis (STOIC) Act (S. 419 / H.R. 5282); Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Act (S. 825); Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act (S. 1418 / H.R. 2240); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (H.R. 350 / S. 234); LOOTER Act of 2025 (H.R. 3600); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (H.R. 2853 / S. 1404); Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act (H.R. 5061); Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act (H.R. 1058); Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act (H.R. 6602); Protect Your PIN Act (H.R. 5594); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (S. 3456 / H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309 / S. 3719); BADGES for Native Communities Act (H.R. 1010 / S. 390); Mystic Alerts Act (H.R. 7022); Next Generation 9-1-1 Act (H.R. 6505); Improving the Federal Response to Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (H.R. 6651); Counter Drone State and Local Defender Act (H.R. 7525); GUARD Act (S. 3062); Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102 / S. 1032); STOP CSAM Act of 2025 (H.R. 3921 / S. 1829); Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497 / S. 3765); Karis Law Reporting Act (H.R. 5201); Emergency Reporting Act (H.R. 5200; Officer John Barnes and Chief Michael Ansbro Public Safety Officers Benefits Program Expansion Act of 2026 (H.R. 7718 / S. 3897); Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909 / S. 1982); Strong Communities Act of 2025 (H.R. 3458 / S. 1316)

Take It Down Act, HR 633, S. 146; Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 1379; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, HR 909; Kids Online Safety Act, S. 1748; Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025, H.R. 1144; Guidelines for User Age-Verification and Responsible Dialogue Act (GUARD Act), S. 3062

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LOBBY VISIT: Meeting with Sen. Grassleys Office re: Crime Victim Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909)

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Support the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (HR 909/S 1892) Support Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (HR 2588/S 3724)

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H.R.909 and S.1892, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act - work to increase cosponsors

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H.R. 909 and S. 1892, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act - work to increase cosponsors

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In support of the Charitable Act (S. 317/H.R.801) to expand the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of strengthening the charitable giving incentive. In support of preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce. In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030, by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. In opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. In opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY26 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. In opposition to any proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Crime Victim Fund Stabilization Act that provides additional funding to VOCA from surplus funds generated by the False Claims Act (FCA). In support of a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. In support of investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. This includes investments in lifesaving legal services; funding for services in rural and remote areas; transitional housing programs to help victims rebuild their lives after violence and abuse; law enforcement improvements such as sexual assault response teams, initiatives to address the rape kit backlog, and homicide reduction initiatives; services for underserved victims, including individuals with disabilities and elderly victims; funding to ensure compliance with the requirement of serving victims with limited English proficiency; programs aimed at children, youth, and college students; funding to support critical culturally specific services and responses; projects addressing courts and visitation; programs to respond to the epidemic of sexual assault and domestic violence on tribal lands; projects addressing violence in the workplace; and prevention programs and public health responses to violence and abuse. In support of fully funding Violence Against Women Act programs in FY26. In support of providing $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of providing $35 million for the Supporting a Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program. In support of providing $100 million to continue rape crisis services, partnerships, and resources to respond to sexual assault at Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services. In support of providing $100 million for Rape Prevention and Education Grants (RPE) (HHS/CDC). In support of providing $26 million for the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA; HHS/CDC) program. In support of providing $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, StrongHearts Native Helpline, and Abused Deaf Womens Advocacy Services. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in the FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing. In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing. In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives. In support of providing $15 million in FY26 for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance, and to implement VAWA. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of investments in the FY26 Homeland Security bill, as well as the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) bill. to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.65 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.94 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.91 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support long overdue renovation, maintenance, and repair of facilities. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG). In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, as well as harmful programmatic changes to these programs. Specifically, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act(H.R.1) shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states and tiggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid. In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1). In support of funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by the Department of Education, including funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of FY 26 funding the Community Development Block Grant. In opposition to the Senates proposed $200 million cut to HUDs Community Development Block Grant in FY26. In support of funding the Community Development Block Grant at $3.3 billion In support of Congress including language in a forthcoming appropriations bill directing HUD to renew all Continuum of Care (CoC) grants expiring in calendar year 2026 for a full year. In support of including language in FY26 appropriations to renew all CoC grants expiring in2026 for a 12-month period.

In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat. In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people. H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility. In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief. In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas. In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal. In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Department of Justice Grants immediately reinstate all previously awarded Office of Justice Programs grants and refrain from terminating grants in any other agencies, including the Office on Violence Against Women. In support of members of Congress demanding the release of FY25 Notice of Funding Opportunities in the Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Office, and maintaining the Office on Violence Against Women as an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of ensuring that there are no further federal funding cuts related to victim and survivor services and the immediate release of funds already designated by Congress for FY2025 grants that support providers and programs, preserving the Office of Violence Against Womens independence. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of H.R. 4040Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA). In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that receive Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services.

Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; HELPER Act (S. 978, H.R. 2094); Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (S. 237, H.R. 1269); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act (S. 419); First Responders Care Expansion (FRCE) Act; The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act; Invest to Protect Act (S. 768, H.R. 2711); LEOSA Reform Act (S. 679, H.R. 2243); Prevent Family Fire Act (H.R. 169); Thin Blue Line Act (S. 83, H.R. 378); Protect and Serve Act (S. 167, H.R. 1551); HALT Fentanyl Act (S. 331, H.R. 27); Marc Fischer Memorial Interdiction of Fentanyl in Postal Mail at Federal Prisons Act / BOP SCAN Mail Act (S. 1295, H.R. 1046); Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (S. 545, H.R. 1266); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (S. 234, H.R. 350); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (S. 1404, H.R. 2853); HIRRE Prosecutors Act; Supporting the Health and Safety of Law Enforcement Act; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909); DRONE Act (H.R. 1058); Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act (S.180, H.R.621); Strong Communities Act of 2025 (S.1316, H.R.3458); Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act (S.911, H.R.1236); PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025 (S.539, H.R.1274); Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies (CARE) Act (S.1595); Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act (S.1563, H.R.3846); Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program

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Take It Down Act, HR 633, S. 146; Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 1379; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, HR 909; Kids Online Safety Act, S. 1748; Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025, H.R. 1144

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Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 909, CrimeVictimsFund Stabilization Actof2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass TraffickingVictimsPrevention and Protection Reauthorization Actof2025 and generally Support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 909 and S. 1892, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act - work to increase cosponsors

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Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

In support of the Charitable Act (S. 317/H.R.801) to expand the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers. In support of strengthening the charitable giving incentive. In support of preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce. In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030, by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. In opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. In opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY26 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. In opposition to any proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Crime Victim Fund Stabilization Act that provides additional funding to VOCA from surplus funds generated by the False Claims Act (FCA). In support of a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. In support of investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. This includes investments in lifesaving legal services; funding for services in rural and remote areas; transitional housing programs to help victims rebuild their lives after violence and abuse; law enforcement improvements such as sexual assault response teams, initiatives to address the rape kit backlog, and homicide reduction initiatives; services for underserved victims, including individuals with disabilities and elderly victims; funding to ensure compliance with the requirement of serving victims with limited English proficiency; programs aimed at children, youth, and college students; funding to support critical culturally specific services and responses; projects addressing courts and visitation; programs to respond to the epidemic of sexual assault and domestic violence on tribal lands; projects addressing violence in the workplace; and prevention programs and public health responses to violence and abuse. In support of fully funding Violence Against Women Act programs in FY26. In support of providing $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). In support of providing $35 million for the Supporting a Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program. In support of providing $100 million to continue rape crisis services, partnerships, and resources to respond to sexual assault at Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services. In support of providing $100 million for Rape Prevention and Education Grants (RPE) (HHS/CDC). In support of providing $26 million for the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA; HHS/CDC) program. In support of providing $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, StrongHearts Native Helpline, and Abused Deaf Womens Advocacy Services. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in the FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing. In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing. In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives. In support of providing $15 million in FY26 for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance, and to implement VAWA. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of investments in the FY26 Homeland Security bill, as well as the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) bill. to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.65 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.94 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.91 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support long overdue renovation, maintenance, and repair of facilities. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG). In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, as well as harmful programmatic changes to these programs. Specifically, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act(H.R.1) shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states and tiggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid. In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1). In support of funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs. In support of funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by the Department of Education, including funding for afterschool programs, summer learning programs and summer camp programs.

In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat. In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people. H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility. In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief. In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas. In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal. In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Department of Justice Grants immediately reinstate all previously awarded Office of Justice Programs grants and refrain from terminating grants in any other agencies, including the Office on Violence Against Women. In support of members of Congress demanding the release of FY25 Notice of Funding Opportunities in the Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Office, and maintaining the Office on Violence Against Women as an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of ensuring that there are no further federal funding cuts related to victim and survivor services and the immediate release of funds already designated by Congress for FY2025 grants that support providers and programs, preserving the Office of Violence Against Womens independence. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520 Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of H.R. 4040Supporting the Abused by Learning to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA). In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of S.1892, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through September 30, 2030 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that receive Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services.

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 and generally Support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; HELPER Act (S. 978, H.R. 2094); Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (S. 237, H.R. 1269); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act (S. 419); First Responders Care Expansion (FRCE) Act; The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act; Invest to Protect Act (S. 768, H.R. 2711); LEOSA Reform Act (S. 679, H.R. 2243); Prevent Family Fire Act (H.R. 169); Thin Blue Line Act (S. 83, H.R. 378); Protect and Serve Act (S. 167, H.R. 1551); HALT Fentanyl Act (S. 331, H.R. 27); Marc Fischer Memorial Interdiction of Fentanyl in Postal Mail at Federal Prisons Act / BOP SCAN Mail Act (S. 1295, H.R. 1046); Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (S. 545, H.R. 1266); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (S. 234, H.R. 350); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (S. 1404, H.R. 2853); HIRRE Prosecutors Act; Supporting the Health and Safety of Law Enforcement Act; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909); DRONE Act (H.R. 1058); Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act (S.180, H.R.621); Strong Communities Act of 2025 (S.1316, H.R.3458); Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act (S.911, H.R.1236); PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025 (S.539, H.R.1274); Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies (CARE) Act (S.1595); Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act (S.1563, H.R.3846); Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program

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Take It Down Act, HR 633, S. 146; Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 1379; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, HR 909; Kids Online Safety Act, S. 1748; Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025, H.R. 1144

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Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 909 and S. 1892, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act - work to increase cosponsors

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 909, CrimeVictimsFund Stabilization Actof2025; H.R. 1144, Frederick Douglass TraffickingVictimsPrevention and Protection Reauthorization Actof2025 and generally Support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

In support of the Charitable Act (S. 317/H.R.801) to expand the charitable deduction to non-itemizers In support of expanding the charitable deduction to non-itemizers In support of strengthening the charitable giving incentive. In support of preserving the charitable 501 (c) (3) status of social service nonprofits. In opposition to the unintended consequences of raising excise taxes on social service providers and decreasing charitable contribution limits for business entities that support social service nonprofits. In support of federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In support of federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, hunger, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In support of federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, CACFP, and Medicaid. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for services, including grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations to address childcare, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, housing, homelessness, hunger, the needs of veterans, and other human services. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding that addresses domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, lack of affordable housing, homelessness, and the need for child care and early learning programs, anti-hunger programs, and healthcare. In opposition to cutting, freezing, impounding or limiting federal funding for programs administered by HHS, DOJ, HUD, and the Department of Agriculture particularly the Child Care Development Block Grant, Head Start program, Social Service Block Grant, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program, Violence Against Women Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, Victims of Crime Act, Continuum of Care program, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, school breakfast and lunch programs, and Medicaid. In support of expanding the long-term availability of quality childcare and helping providers maintain and strengthen their workforce In support of funding a sustainable workforce environment to meet the needs of children in child care and early education settings and prevent unaddressed trauma. In support of investments in the child care and Head Start workforce. In support of investments in the workforce that address and prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking and other forms of violence. In support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, which stabilizes the Crime Victims Fund by allowing deposits into the fund through FY 2029 by using funds from the False Claims Act. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act, In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for the Social Services Block Grant. In opposition to reducing funding for or eliminating the Social Services Block Grant. In support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In opposition to any proposals to cut or weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and child nutrition programs. In support of protecting, preserving, and strengthening Medicaid. In opposition to harmful funding cuts, funding caps, reduce the federal share of Medicaid spending, establish block grants, institute work reporting and community engagement requirements, and cut state revenue from provider taxes or otherwise undermine the fundamental structure of the Medicaid program. In support of providing $1.9 billion for VOCA programs in FY26 to address the urgent needs of victims of crime. In opposition to any proposals to use VOCA funds for other Department of Justice (DOJ) programs, as this diverts critical resources away from direct services for victims. In support of the Crime Victim Fund Stabilization Act that provides additional funding to VOCA from surplus funds generated by the False Claims Act (FCA);8 and In support of a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. In support of investments to reach the most vulnerable survivors, including funding for LGBTQ+ survivors. This includes investments in lifesaving legal services; funding for services in rural and remote areas; transitional housing programs to help victims rebuild their lives after violence and abuse; law enforcement improvements such as sexual assault response teams, initiatives to address the rape kit backlog, and homicide reduction initiatives; services for underserved victims, including individuals with disabilities and elderly victims; funding to ensure compliance with the requirement of serving victims with limited English proficiency; programs aimed at children, youth, and college students; funding to support critical culturally specific services and responses; projects addressing courts and visitation; programs to respond to the epidemic of sexual assault and domestic violence on tribal lands; projects addressing violence in the workplace; and prevention programs and public health responses to violence and abuse. In support of fully funding Violence Against Women Act programs in FY26. In support of providing $500 million for the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA In support of providing $35 million for the Supporting a Culturally Specific Public Health Approach for Survivors Program. In support of providing $100 million to continue rape crisis services, partnerships, and resources to respond to sexual assault at Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services. In support of providing $100 million for Rape Prevention and Education Grants (RPE) (HHS/CDC). In support of providing $26 million for the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA; HHS/CDC) program. In support of providing $30 million for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, StrongHearts Native Helpline, and Abused Deaf Womens Advocacy Services. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in the FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. In support of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) homelessness assistance program (also known as the DV/SA Bonus Funds), funds for survivor-specific housing resources, including rapid rehousing In support of dedicated funds for survivor-specific housing, including rapid rehousing, In support of funding for training and technical assistance on the implementation of housing protections for survivors. In support of funding to staff and support the Office of Gender-Based Violence Office at HUD led by a VAWA Director. In support of allocating $75 million for HUDs Continuum of Care Homeless Program to help survivors access safe, affordable housing and rebuild their lives; In support of providing $15 million in FY26 for domestic violence and sexual assault training and technical assistance, and to implement VAWA. In support of providing resources to support the Office on Gender-Based Violence. In support of increasing funding for federal programs that address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for immigrant survivors. In support of investments in the FY26 Homeland Security bill, as well as the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) bill. to ensure immigrant survivors have greater access to the programs they need to achieve safety and independence. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. At least an additional $3.65 billion for CCDBG (a total of at least $12.4 billion) to expand the base CCDBG budget and support states in making targeted investments to their child care systems. Additional funding will allow states to provide more families with vouchers, support and retain the child care workforce, and increase access and options for parents. An additional $1.94 billion for Head Start (a total of at least $14.91 billion) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment in line with inflation; fund the demonstrated need for Head Start and the expansion of Early Head Start, allow programs to address pressing local needs, and support long overdue renovation, maintenance, and repair of facilities. In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of the Social Service Block Grant (SSBG) In support of protecting and maintaining full funding for Social Service Block Grant (SSBG)and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts exceeding $1 trillion to Medicaid and the SNAP, as well as harmful programmatic changes to these programs. Specifically, expanding SNAP work requirements to parents of children aged seven or older and single adults up to age 64. In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act(H.R.1) shifting SNAP administrative and benefit costs to states and tiggering more than $500 billion in automatic cuts to Medicare. Opposition to all Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) that relate to work requirements, reducing services, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting costs to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in Medicaid In opposition to all SNAP provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1)that relate to work requirements, reducing benefits, increasing documentation and edibility verification and shifting cots to states and individuals, and reducing federal government role in SNAP In opposition to the 2025 reconciliation bill, The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) changes to the Child Tax Credit, including requiring both parents to have a social security number in order for children to qualify. In support of the inclusion of a non-itemized charitable deduction for taxpayers up to $150 for individuals and $300 for married couples in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1)

In opposition to the Department of Justice (DOJ) is dismissing its case, United States v. Southwest Key Programs, Inc., W.D. Tex., No. 1:24-cv-00798 as the dismissal shields government contractors from accountability for failures of responsibility and abuse of vulnerable children. In support of immediate steps to call on the Department of Justice to provide a clear explanation of its reasons for dismissing this action against Southwest Keys and support efforts to seek accountability and justice in response to these horrific allegations of sexual abuse and harassment of children. H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act in opposition to the Federally Mandated Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act In opposition to undermining the safety protections guaranteed by federal and state laws for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, enabling domestic violence offenders to follow their victims across state lines with loaded, concealed handguns. In support of addressing the epidemic of gun violence that remains a public safety threat In opposition to excluding transgender, intersex, and nonbinary students from school sports. In opposition to weakening anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people H.R. 30, Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, in opposition to the bill. In opposition to expanding the circumstances under which domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, stalking, and sex offenses would constitute grounds of inadmissibility In opposition to expanding the definition of domestic violence to be considered in admissibility and deportability grounds. In support of expanding the accessibility of survivor-based immigration relief In support of eliminating the cap on U and T nonimmigrant visas In support of eliminating the cap on the number of cases eligible for final adjudications of VAWA Cancellation of Removal In opposition to S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, especially the provision related to mandatory detention without the possibility of bond for immigrants who are arrested for misdemeanor shoplifting. In support of providing $500,000 for the Department of Homeland Security and $500,000 for the Department of Justice to maintain and publish data on 1) the number of people claiming to have a credible or reasonable fear of intimate partner violence in their home country; 2) of these people, the number that are ultimately granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis; 3) the number of people who file asylum applications with USCIS and/or DOJ, outside of the expedited removal process, whose claims are based on a fear intimate partner violence in their home country; and 4) of these people, the number who are granted asylum or withholding of removal on that basis. Access to such data is critical for informing U.S. asylum policy. In opposition to federal funding being used to apprehend, detain, and remove benefit requesters or beneficiaries of survivor-based relief, including VAWA self-petitioner classification, T nonimmigrant status, U nonimmigrant status, or Special Immigrant Juvenile classification, which undermines the protective purpose of these programs. In support of recapturing unallocated U visas to help survivors of violence. In support of helping crime victims through supporting federal funding for the Victims of Crime Act, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. In support of members of Congress pushing back against catastrophic cuts to and Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Act grants. In support of members of Congress demanding the Department of Justice Grants immediately reinstate all previously awarded Office of Justice Programs grants and refrain from terminating grants in any other agencies, including the Office on Violence Against Women. In support of members of Congress demanding the release of FY25 Notice of Funding Opportunities in the Department of Justice Grants, especially Violence Against Women Office, and maintaining the Office on Violence Against Women as an independent agency. In opposition to the Department of Justices termination of 360 victims services grants. In support of ensuring that there are no further federal funding cuts related to victim and survivor services and the immediate release of funds already designated by Congress for FY2025 grants that support providers and programs, preserving the Office of Violence Against Womens independence. In support of Congress conducting ongoing and rigorous oversight of DOJ to ensure transparency and stability in grantmaking, to ensure victims have access to critical services, and to promote the DOJs core mission to enhance public safety - not undermine it. In support of S.520/H.R. 4040Supporting the Abused by Learning Options to Navigate Survivor (SALON) Stories Act, which increases grants to combat domestic violence for States that implement domestic violence prevention training in the cosmetologist and barber licensing process. In support of stabilizing the Crime Victims Fund and setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) "cap". In support of Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) In support of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 909/S.1892) which redirects funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In support of provide critical support for survivor focused organizations, like YWCA associations, that lost as much as 40 percent of their VOCA funding last year by addressing Crime Victims Fund (CVF) shortfalls through the redirection of funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through FY 2029. In opposition to continued layoffs affecting agencies critical to administering program and funding support to grantees that recieve Victims of Crime (VOCA) Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - particularly the rural grant and transitional housing programs, HUD CoC Domestic Violence Bonus Projects, and the Family Violence Prevention and Service Program (FVPSA) funding In support of fully funding the Family Violence Prevent and Services Act (FVPSA) at $500 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In opposition to cutting the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant programs at $800 million dollars in FY 26 to address unmet need and rising costs, including inflation. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Rural Grant Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of fully funding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Transitional Housing Assistance Program at $100 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts to the program. In support of setting the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)Fund Cap at $1.9 billion. In support of fully funding the Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care (CoC) Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Projects grant program at at $75 million dollars in FY 26 and in opposition to any cuts or elimination of the program. In support of adequate funding levels for critical funding streams required to meet the needs of survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence, children and families, and the many other constituencies served by YWCA programs and services, are protected and ensure that agencies that administer critical program support and funds remain properly staffed. In support of Congress defending the policies, programs, and funding streams that support child care and early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In opposition to policy changes that lower or freeze critical dollars and changes aimed at reducing who can get early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services. In support of Congress providing meaningful funding levels that support early learning, domestic violence and sexual assault, and housing programs and services.

Issues relating to public safety, consent decree transparency, and nationwide standards; HELPER Act (S. 978, H.R. 2094); Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (S. 237, H.R. 1269); Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act (H.R. 183); National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309); Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act (S. 419); First Responders Care Expansion (FRCE) Act; The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act; Invest to Protect Act (S. 768, H.R. 2711); LEOSA Reform Act (S. 679, H.R. 2243); Prevent Family Fire Act (H.R. 169); Thin Blue Line Act (S. 83, H.R. 378); Protect and Serve Act (S. 167, H.R. 1551); HALT Fentanyl Act (S. 331, H.R. 27); Marc Fischer Memorial Interdiction of Fentanyl in Postal Mail at Federal Prisons Act / BOP SCAN Mail Act (S. 1295, H.R. 1046); Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (S. 545, H.R. 1266); Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act (S. 234, H.R. 350); Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (S. 1404, H.R. 2853); HIRRE Prosecutors Act; Supporting the Health and Safety of Law Enforcement Act; Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909); DRONE Act (H.R. 1058)

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