Violence Against Native American Women Act of 2011 – Draft Bill Released

Adrea Korthase

Earlier this week the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs released this draft bill for comment.

Here are more details from NCAI:

This draft bill recognizes and strengthens concurrent tribal criminal jurisdiction to investigate, prosecute, convict, and sentence both Indians and non-Indians who assault Indian spouses, intimate partners, or dating partners, or who violate protection orders, in Indian country.  The bill improves the ability of tribes to respond to sex trafficking and strengthens accountability, coordination and consultation with federal agencies.

The Committee is asking tribal leaders, advocates, and representatives to submit any comments or suggestions on the draft in writing by September 6, 2011, via email to comments@indian.senate.gov.  Please contact Erik Stegman or Wendy Helgemo at 202-224-2251 with any questions.

One thought on “Violence Against Native American Women Act of 2011 – Draft Bill Released”

  1. Ronnie Sellers Walkingstick August 21, 2011 / 3:15 pm

    This draft bill needs to go through to help and protect Native women. It is important and long overdue. Our women should have our support and protection.

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