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Did you know only 17 states give survivors leave to do essential things like go to court, go to the doctor, or take other steps to address domestic violence? Senator Patty Murray and California  Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard introduced the Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Act of 2015 on this week. The bill would provide survivors with guaranteed paid leave if they need medical or legal help, and protect them from being fired if they’re getting harassed at work or need additional security measures in order to stay safe.

Read the article here.

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