600 million VOCA reduction threatens Illinois Children's Advocacy Centers' effectiveness.

The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and the Crime Victims Fund (CVF) are crucial for supporting child crime victims in Illinois, but recent cuts threaten their effectiveness. A $600 million reduction in VOCA could severely impact Children's Advocacy Centers. In West Virginia, Governor Jim Justice allocated over $16 million in VOCA grants to 82 projects, providing essential services like counseling and advocacy for various crime victims, especially children.

October 10, 2024
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