Texas Association Against Sexual Assault
80th Legislative Session Agenda
 
Appropriations
Comprehensively address sexual violence in Texas by appropriating $10,921,000 to state agencies
(including the Office of the Attorney General, Department of Public Safety and the Texas Department of
Criminal Justice) over the 2008-2009 biennium.  Texans deserve communities that are safe from sexual
violence and access to justice if they fall victim to these types of crimes. Unfortunately, there are serious gaps in
the current system leaving our communities vulnerable and justice elusive. There is no silver bullet that can
quickly and easily stop sexual violence.  Only a comprehensive approach addressing gaps in research,
prevention, response and treatment can hope to make a true impact in Texas communities.    
HB: 1751 Cohen (West to sponsor on Senate side)
 
Other Critical Issues