As we approach a new year, a new federal administration, and a new state legislative session, the SOH is preparing to once again advocate for policies that support and protect survivors. Part of that work is ensuring that new laws are adequately funded.

New laws can establish important standards, protections, and provisions for the public. But when those laws don’t include funding to support implementation, the intended impact of the law cannot be fulfilled. As a result, a hard-won legislative victory can be reduced to a mere symbol instead of