After Shreveport killings, domestic violence support groups denied more funding

By: Julie O'Donoghue

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: May 28, 2026

Words: 946

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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In the wake of one of the deadliest domestic violence incidents in Louisiana history, advocates pushed the state legislature to provide more money for victim services.

But no additional money has been set aside for domestic abuse prevention and state lawmakers are only a few days away from finalizing the annual state budget plan that takes effect July 1.

The Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence said its victim assistance programs will …

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