What Congress and Governors
R saying?
"I am impressed with your talents and ability to express your thoughts through song. I applaud your efforts to address the need to protect our children from sexual predators."
Governor of Alabama, Bob Riley
"Thank you once again for contacting my office and for caring about the future of our families and the Commonwealth. Governor of Massachusetts, Mitt Romney
"Thank you for contacting me about protecting our children from sexual offenders. Recent tragic events have raised awareness of this issue and as the parent of three teenagers, I share your concern." Governor of Montana, Brain Schweitzer.
"Again, thank you for contacting us. Please know that Wyoming is working hard to eradicate the exploitation of our children."
Superintendent of Wyoming Public Instruction, Jim McBride
"Finally, Governor Gibbons has announced that he will introduce legislation that would improve the tracking and registration of sex offenders in Nevada."
Director of Las Vegas Office, Judy Ray,
"I applaud your endeavors to bring attention to this significant social issue by visiting public schools." Governor of West Virginia, Joe Manchin III
"We appreciate the strong interest you have expressed in the requirements under the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act. Please be assured that we share your concerns and are already actively involved in determining how the state can best comply with the mandates of this legislation."
Office of the Governor Hawaii, Liane M. Moriyama.
"The Governor appreciates you taking the time to express your input and concerns and share your commitment to ensure the safety and protection of our children."
Office of the Governor Indiana, Jessica Orr.
"The welfare of child safety is important to me and I appreciate your input regarding this matter. Please know that your comments will be taken under advisement."
Governor of Louisiana, Kathleen Babineaux Blanco.
"Thank you for your original composition, "Jessie's Song." Governor Freudenthal asked me to respond and to thank you for your efforts to promote better protection for our children." Governor's Planning Office of Wyoming, Robert W. Black.
"The Governor shares you goals and is working very hard to protect Arizona's children from sexual predators."
Director of Office Constituent Services Arizona, Melodee Jackson.
"I have been asked to respond to our letter that was received in Governor Huntsman's on June 20, 2005. Good luck in your endeavors to educate children and adults about the seriousness of childhood sexual abuse and thank you for your letter and CD." State of Utah, Office on Violence Against Women and Families, Ned Searle.
"Your correspondence to Governor Edward G. Rendall inquiring as to what additional actions have been taken to protect children from sexual offenders has been forward to my office for response."
Pennsylvania State Police Headquarters, Major Joseph A. Holmberg, Director.
"Governor Kulongoski signed House Bill 3511 (Jessica's Law) during a special legislative session in April 2006. We appreciate the opportunity to provide you with this information." State of Oregon, Citizen's Representative, Elizabeth A. Kiren.
"This Administration has always supported strict legislation, both state and federal, concerning the protection of our most valuable resource our children. I appreciate you contacting the Governor concerning this matter."
Office of the Governor Virginia, John W. Marshall Secretary of Public Safety.
"The Legislature also appropriated additional funding for the Department of Corrections, which will see a significant increase in inmate numbers from longer and tougher sentences. I believe this places our state in the forefront of protecting our citizens from sexual predators." State of Washington, Governor Christine O. Gregoire.
"This is an important subject and I am grateful you took the time to express your concerns. I appreciate your input and I will keep your thoughts I mind as we move forward." State of Colorado, Governor Bill Ritter, Jr.
"Minnesota will continue to treat sexual offences with critical care and will continue to enhance our current system to allow for increased public safety. Again, Isaac, thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with Governor Pawlenty's office.
Minnesota Office of the Governor, Jenny Wilson.
"Thank you for the CD featuring "Jessica's song." I commend you for your efforts to protect and to teach children, and I wish you continued success in the future."
State of Tennessee Governor, Phil Bredesen.
"You are to be commended for your dedication to this project and commitment to be a voice to protect our children from sexual predators. I wish you the best in your future endeavors." State of North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley.
"Thank you for your letter urging Governor Blunt to take more steps towards protecting our children from sexual predators. Please feel free to contact us again with any information or concerns you may have." Office of the Governor, Mike Ussery Missouri.
"I have taken the liberty of forwarding your letter and CD to the South Carolina Department of Education. This Department is the most appropriate agency to assist you."
Office of the Governor South Carolina, Charmeka Bosket, Education Policy Advisor.
"It is an honor to represent the people of the Second Congressional District of South Carolina and I value your input. If I may be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me." Member of Congress, Joe Wilson.
"We commend your efforts to teach children about sexual abuse prevention and intervention through music and poetry. The Governor appreciates your concern for our children and we encourage you to continue your work in the community."
Puerto Rico, Felix V. Rodriguez, Ph.D. Advisor on Social Welfare Issues.
"Thank you for contacting me for assistance." Member of Congress, Thelma Drake.
"On May 2, 2005, Governor Bush signed House Bill 1877; also know as the Jessica Lunsford Act. This new law enhances penalties for those who commit sexual crimes against children and provides advanced methods of tracking convicted felons on probation." Office of the Governor Florida, Warren Davis.
"Please know that Maryland has very specific laws to protect children from sexual child abuse. Thank you for your recent letter to Governor Martin O'Malley expressing your concern about protecting children from sexual abuse."
Maryland State Superintendent of Schools, Nancy S. Grasmick