The Supreme Court has ruled 8-1 to uphold a law preventing domestic abusers from possessing firearms, a landmark decision aimed at enhancing public safety and protecting vulnerable individuals.
The Texas Advocacy Project praises the Supreme Court's decision in US v. Rahimi, upholding 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(8), which restricts firearm possession for individuals under domestic-violence protective orders. The ruling strengthens the protections for domestic violence survivors, affirming the enforceability of protective orders and enhancing victim safety. This decision marks a pivotal precedent in balancing constitutional rights and public safety.
The governments of Quebec and Canada have announced the addition of 22 social and affordable housing units in Sorel-Tracy. The projects, Héberge du Grand Héron and Maison La Source du Richelieu, cater to low-income adults with mental health issues and women and children escaping domestic violence.
