Bob Ferguson for WA

Good evening,

While we stay home to stem the spread of the most dangerous threat to global health in decades, the combination of isolation, anxiety, and economic instability is having unintended consequences.

Women in Washington state and across the country are experiencing increases in domestic abuse.

We must address the epidemic of violence against women immediately.

This week I sent a letter to Senate leadership asking that they take urgent action to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). I am proud to say that two dozen other Attorneys General across the nation joined me to push for critical action.

Will you join us by adding your name to our call to action today? Sign on now to support the reauthorization of the VAWA:

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The VAWA provides critical protections for victims of sexual assault and/or domestic violence and makes it possible for prosecutors and law enforcement to hold perpetrators accountable.

The latest iteration of the legislation even strengthens protections for gender-based violence against groups previously excluded, such as the LGBTQ community and native women.

And it closes the “boyfriend loophole,” taking firearms out of the hands of individuals known to be dangerous.

This legislation has passed Congress with broad bi-partisan support many times — and each time, it has expanded support programs that provide relief and safety to survivors as they re-establish their sense of security and rebuild their lives.

The bottom line: The House passed the reauthorization of the VAWA more than a year ago. Now, with rates of domestic violence surging, there is absolutely no excuse for the Senate to delay action.

If you agree, add your name right away to join me in calling on the Senate to pass the reauthorization of the critical Violence Against Women Act: https://action.electbobferguson.com/ReauthorizeTheVAWA

Thank you for taking action and adding your name today — we’re all in this together.

Bob

Our top priority is slowing the spread of COVID-19. Consequently, we canceled all in-person campaign events for the foreseeable future and are relying on digital outreach. We appreciate your support during this challenging time.