Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich
TAOS, N.M. – U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) hosted a discussion with representatives from the Taos Community Against Violence to highlight the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act.
PHOTOS: Heinrich Joins Local Taos Leaders To Discuss VAWA Reauthorization
Senator Heinrich supported a bipartisan reauthorization of the landmark legislation through 2027 that was included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Agreement.
This reauthorization will play a critical role in supporting housing opportunities for women.
Key attendees included:
- Malinda Williams, Executive Director, Taos Community Against Violence
- Debbie McCann, Deputy Director, Taos Community Against Violence
- Celeste Trujillo, Director of Client Services, Taos Community Against Violence
- Dolores Lewis, Sexual Assault Services Coordinator/Advocate, Taos Community Against Violence
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