Esty co-sponsors bill to combat domestic violence

U.S. Rep. Elizabeth Esty has co-sponsored the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, legislation aimed at strengthening the ability of the government, law enforcement and service providers to stop domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.

The reauthorization also removes barriers to services for LGBT victims, undocumented victims and Native American women.

“This is about saving lives, keeping people safe, and helping victims,” Esty said in a press release. “People in our communities of all races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, and socioeconomic backgrounds have been victims of domestic violence. They cannot wait any longer for us to take action. We must reauthorize and update this critical legislation now.”