Archive for September 2019
2018 Legislative Summary Wrap Up
The Women’s Law Center actively engages in advocacy work with the General Assembly to increase justice and fairness for Maryland women and families. Each year, we identify and track legislation that impacts women. We provide oral and written testimony to educate legislators about our position. Staff and volunteers participate in coalitions with other advocacy groups…
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The Women’s Law Center analyzed the implementation of the Family Violence Option that offers States the option to screen all applicants for Temporary Assistance to Needy Families and waive any program requirement that would make it more difficult for domestic violence victims to escape abusive relationships or create a risk of further abuse. Download PDF
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