North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has contacted congressional leaders to advocate for the full restoration of funding for the federal Crime Victims Fund. This fund is essential for providing support services to millions of crime victims each year. A reduction in resources has impacted the availability of important services, including mental health counseling, legal support, wage replacement, and temporary shelter for victims, according to the North Carolina Office of the Governor.
Governor Roy Cooper stated, “Victims and survivors of crime suffer physical, psychological, financial and emotional harm that can severely impact their lives.” This comes as the Governor’s Crime Commission in North Carolina faces a 95% reduction in funding, receiving less than $5 million in the upcoming cycle compared to $100 million in 2018. This significant drop threatens the continuity of victim services in the state, as reported by the North Carolina Office of the Governor…