[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 67 (Thursday, May 25, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E847]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN RECOGNITION OF THE ROUND VALLEY INDIAN TRIBES STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST 
                          INDIAN WOMEN PROGRAM

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 25, 2000

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Margaret Hoaglen and the Round Valley Indian Tribe's STOP Violence 
Against Indian Women Program.
  A recipient of the 2000 National Crime Victim Service Award, Special 
Award for Innovations in Service to Victims in Indian Country, the 
Round Valley STOP Program is an example of how dedication and 
collaboration with local resources can make an impact on victims of 
domestic violence and their children in Indian Country.
  The Crime Victim Service Award, the highest award for victim 
advocacy, honors those that have provided extraordinary service and 
great commitment to victims.
  In existence since May 1998, the Round Valley STOP Program has forged 
partnerships with local agencies, entering into agreements with the 
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office and the County Victim Witness Unit.
  In addition, they completed a draft Tribal Domestic Violence 
Ordinance that has generated discussion of issues surrounding domestic 
violence. The program works closely with the local domestic violence 
shelter and has provided funding for a Children's Program offering care 
and support for children living in the shelter.
  Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time that we acknowledge 
Margaret Hoaglen and the Round Valley STOP Violence Against Indian 
Women Program for the dedicated service they provide to victims in 
Indian Country. Congratulations to them for receiving this very 
important award.

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