Violence Against Women Act With Tribal Provisions Passes House; On to President Obama for Signature

Rob Capriccioso
February 28, 2013
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) reauthorization has passed the U.S. House by a vote of 286 - 138. It includes the U.S...

A Violence Against Women Act Surprise? House Might Pass Tribal Provisions

Rob Capriccioso
February 27, 2013
Indian affairs law and lobby officials nationwide are mobilizing at the news that the House Republican leadership may soon consider an up or down vote on S.47, the Senate version o...

Searching for a VAWA Floor Amendment to Save Native Protections

Rob Capriccioso
May 09, 2012
WASHINGTON – The Republican-led U.S...

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