Violence Against Women Act

Extreme risk protection orders have worked at the state level.

Many programs and shelters that address dating violence and sexual abuse are without funding.

One congresswoman wants to use the landmark legislation to close the boyfriend loophole for domestic abusers.

The consequences of immigration law can keep spouses trapped in abusive relationships.

The Violence Against Women Act, signed into law by President Clinton in 1994, has radically changed the way Americans think about sexual and domestic violence. But recent evidence suggests that VAWA has protected certain populations of Americans far better than others.