Public Policy Resources
"Public policy" can be defined as the system of laws, regulatory measures, funding priorities, and other rules established by governmental entities and representatives.
Legislative advocacy is one of the tools we can use to affect that public policy. The goal of MCBW's legislative advocacy is to influence and shape the policies that affect the well-being of the public and to ensure that Minnesota's public policy enhances the safety of battered women and their children and supports their pursuit of a better life.
The 2010 Legislative Session Summary
For a summary of MCBW's 2009 legislative accomplishments, please contact ThaoMee Xiong at txiong@mcbw.org or 651-646-6177 X 10.
The 2011 Legislative Session
The 2010 Legislative Session will begin in January 2011. MCBW is currently discussing legislative priorities with our member programs and meeting with stakeholders throughout the state.
MCBW is currently surveying our member programs. If you would like to complete an MCBW legislative priorities survey and are a MCBW member program, please contact ThaoMee Xiong at txiong@mcbw.org
Tools and Links for Public Policy or Legislative Advocacy
MCBW Legislator Handbook on Domestic Violence
MCBW’s Advocate’s Guide to Legislative Action
Minnesota Council of Non Profits Public Policy Page
Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest
Minnesota State Government:
Minnesota House of Representatives
Minnesota Secretary of State
Track Your Own Bills:
http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/leg/billsublogin.asp
Links to the Federal Government:
United States House of Representatives
United States Senate
National Public Policy Resources on Domestic Violence:
Battered Women’s Justice Project
