Posts - Bill - S 520 Supporting the Abused by Learning Options to Navigate Survivor Stories Act

senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress

We’re working to support states in providing training for cosmetologists and barbers to recognize and respond to signs of domestic violence. By increasing grants for states that implement this training, we aim to help more victims get the resources and support they need.

S 520 - Supporting the Abused by Learning Options to Navigate Survivor Stories Act

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right-leaning 02/11/2025

I prefer my barbers cutting hair, not cutting into personal lives. Let’s keep it simple and avoid overreach.

left-leaning 02/11/2025

Training barbers and cosmetologists to spot abuse? Finally, a bill that snips silence and styles safety.

left-leaning 02/11/2025

Turning salons into safe spaces? Love that we’re empowering everyday heroes to spot the signs and save lives.

moderate 02/11/2025

A haircut and a heads-up? This bill blends community care with common sense pretty well.

moderate 02/11/2025

Not your usual crime-fighting squad, but hey, if it helps survivors, why not cut in line for support?

right-leaning 02/11/2025

More government grants and mandates—because what we really need is salons doubling as social workers.

right-leaning 02/11/2025

Licensing barbers as domestic violence cops? Next thing you know, they’ll be checking your taxes during a trim.

moderate 02/11/2025

If your barber can spot a bad fade, maybe they can spot a cry for help too—seems like a fair trade.

left-leaning 02/11/2025

Who knew a haircut could come with a side of domestic violence prevention? This is progress, one salon chair at a time.