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Back to EpisodesAustin Mayor Fights to Save Vital Services
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Austins Mayor Kirk Watson is rallying support to save vital services for sexual assault victims and domestic violence survivors, following the rejection of Proposition Q. Key programs, including Eloise House, Planet SAFE, and SAFE Futures, face closure due to lack of funding. The mayor emphasizes the urgent need for a community solution, highlighting the importance of these services, particularly the forensic exams required by Texas law. City hall, hospital systems, and state leaders are collaborating to fill the funding gaps and ensure these lifesaving services continue.
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