From my experience in law enforcement and now as a member of Congress and senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, I know that innovative methods are often the most powerful solutions to challenging problems. Abuse and neglect is no exception. Voluntary, evidence-based home visiting can reduce child abuse and neglect, in turn preventing crime and increasing public safety. In short, it makes communities safer. http://www.issaquahreporter.com/opinion/we-must-invest-in-home-visiting-to-protect-our-communities-rep-reichert/