Senator Marshall Holds Roundtable for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Topeka – On Friday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), participated in a roundtable hosted by the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence alongside law enforcement, victim advocacy organizations, and state officials to address domestic violence incidents in Kansas. The event coincides with Domestic Violence Awareness Month and comes at a time when domestic violence-related service requests are increasing statewide.
Participants included the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV), Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay, Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill, leaders from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), and representatives from several community-based organizations serving survivors, including The Crisis Center Inc., Jana’s Campaign, Options Inc., and the Boys & Girls Club of Topeka.
“Today’s roundtable was about building stronger partnerships between federal, state, and local agencies to address an epidemic of violence that affects every corner of Kansas,” said Senator Marshall. “Law enforcement officers are putting their lives on the line, and survivors are reaching out for help in record numbers. This moment must be met with action, and it was reassuring to see that everyone involved is committed to fighting this issue.”
For decades, Senator Marshall has been an advocate for domestic violence victims and championed federal efforts to support both victims and law enforcement, including:
- The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act was introduced to support state victim compensation and assistance programs.
- Organized and led the first SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exam teams in central and western KS, launching forensic care and support for sexual assault survivors.
- Supported a grant to Pittsburg State to expand sexual assault exam training.
- Met directly with victim service providers across Kansas, including StepStone Ministries, the Wichita Family Crisis Center, and organizations in Washington, D.C.
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Contact: Payton Fuller
