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JFAC grants $3 million one-time to child advocacy centers amid falling VOCA funds
Summary
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee approved a one-time $3,000,000 General Fund appropriation to the Domestic Violence Council to support child advocacy centers after a decline in VOCA and other federal funds.
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee on March 14 approved a one-time $3,000,000 General Fund appropriation for child advocacy centers administered through the Domestic Violence Council, citing declines in federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding and other grant revenue that historically supported these centers.
Alex Williamson explained to the committee that child advocacy centers provide forensic interviews, counseling, civil legal aid and other supportive services to victims…
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