[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 188 (Tuesday, October 26, 2021)]
[House]
[Pages H5884-H5885]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      PREVENTING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

  (Mr. BOWMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1

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minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BOWMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to emphasize how important our 
actions today are for domestic violence survivors everywhere.
  Domestic violence is yet another pandemic in this country. In my 
district, we have seen a rise in domestic violence during the COVID-19 
pandemic amongst teenagers.
  Survivors of domestic violence carry their experiences with them 
every single day, experiencing fear, chronic stress, self-doubt, 
depression, and so much more. This emotional trauma can prevent 
survivors from accessing and maintaining safe housing, employment, and 
supportive relationships, leading to feelings of isolation that only 
worsen their mental health.
  Organizations in my district, like Safe Horizon, Westhab, Family 
Services of Westchester, and the YWCA are a lifeline of support for 
survivors of domestic violence. The Federal Government should support 
groups on the ground like them doing this important work.
  Madam Speaker, I strongly believe that together we can prevent all 
violence and create a culture of care for one another. This 
legislation, which will authorize funding for preventative and 
culturally responsive services, is an essential step toward this 
vision.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to cosponsor this bill, and I rise in 
support of its passage.

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