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Pilot program

A small-scale, temporary program designed to test an idea or policy before deciding whether to launch it more broadly or make it permanent.

Eligible consortium

A specific type of partnership, defined in the bill, between organizations (like a university and a domestic violence center) that can apply for grant money under this program.

Technological abuse

Using technology (such as phones, computers, social media, or tracking devices) to harass, stalk, monitor, or control another person, particularly in cases of domestic violence.

Grant

Money provided by the government to an organization for a specific purpose, usually without the expectation of repayment.

Authorization of Appropriations

A legal act by Congress that permits a government agency to incur obligations and spend money from the U.S. Treasury, up to a specified amount or 'such sums as are necessary.' This step does not actually provide the money, but allows it to be requested and provided later through an appropriations act.

Director of the Office on Violence Against Women

The head of a federal office within the U.S. Department of Justice that works to reduce violence against women and provide support to victims.