Yes, if it does not get support and if letters are not written it will die. Seems people here really don't care, which is sad. It is not the only answer, but as Cherish Wisdom pointed out, and she does have wisdom, it is the best thing out there.
Right now we have no federal regulations, no protection for these kids, and I cannot understand anyone who would not support this bill. At the very least it would open the door to unannounced visits and other protection for the kids. They have none right now. Do you want it to stay that way? I don't. I want to help get this passed if I can. I hope others will join in because the way it stands, these poor kids are rotting in these places while we argue. It's disgusting.
We who support this bill know darn well it's not the all-mighty answer, but it's a start.
I personally am in contact with Congressman Miller's office and I know for a fact that if this bill is not set for hearing it will not make it to the floor. It has to make it's way to Chairman Hyde, and that hasn't happened yet. I called Hyde's office the other day. So until these gentlemen hear from us this thing is going no where. I strongly urge you to sign the petition and send your letters.
So please send your letters to:
Chairman John Boehner
Committee of Education in the Workplace
1011 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515
and to:
Chairman Henry Hyde
House International Committee
2170 Rayburn HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Let them know your personal experiences and why you feel this should pass.
I guess I think about the kids who are locked up in these places. I put myself in their shoes. If there is a chance that legislation would pass that would help protect me, if I were them, I would pray to God that the adults who are supposed to be out there to help me were doing all they could to make sure it had a fair chance. Face it, the chances of it passing are not great as it stands, why not help it along.