READOUT: Heinrich Joins Local Taos Leaders To Discuss VAWA Reauthorization

TAOS, N.M. – U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) hosted a discussion with representatives from the Taos Community Against Violence to highlight the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. 

PHOTOS: Heinrich Joins Local Taos Leaders To Discuss VAWA Reauthorization

Senator Heinrich supported a bipartisan reauthorization of the landmark legislation through 2027 that was included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Agreement.

This reauthorization will play a critical role in supporting housing opportunities for women.

Key attendees included:

• Malinda Williams, Executive Director, Taos Community Against Violence
• Debbie McCann, Deputy Director, Taos Community Against Violence
• Celeste Trujillo, Director of Client Services, Taos Community Against Violence
• Dolores Lewis, Sexual Assault Services Coordinator/Advocate, Taos Community Against Violence

Additional resources:

• Heinrich Welcomes Reauthorization Of Violence Against Women Act