The Violence Against Women Act expired at midnight Friday as the government shut down, cutting off funding for programs that help victims of sexual assault, domestic abuse and stalking. The blow to the landmark 1994 law came after multiple short-term extensions. The act was due to expire on Sept....
Violence Against Women Act Expires With Government Shutdown
Elise Viebeck, South Florida Sun-Sentinel
Fri, 12/21/2018 - 10:43pm
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