Texas Council on Family Violence Honors Senator Nelson

Senator Nelson has been named one of the “30 Stars over Texas” by the Texas Council on Family Violence. She was recognized for her continued support and advocacy to reduce domestic violence in Texas. Her accomplishments in this area include increasing penalties for offenders, strengthening protective orders, improving battery intervention prevention programs, and making it easier for victims to terminate leases and protect their identity when they escape abusive relationships. "Domestic violence continues to go underreported in Texas," she said. "We must keep up our efforts to punish offenders and provide support those who are trying to break the cycle of abuse."