Reality television veteran turned policy advocate Paris Hilton is considering running for elected office.
The heiress to the Hilton hotel fortune was a key catalyst for the youth welfare bill passed in Congress — and it appears she’s been bitten by the political bug.
“Having been here a few times over the last few years and seeing that my voice can really make a difference, and that I can really shed light on things that need to be done to make this a better place and safer for kids. are important around the world, Hilton told a reporter on Wednesday hill,
“I could probably see that happening,” Hilton said.
The “Simple Life” star is riding high after the House and Senate passed the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act last week.
“Today is a day I will never forget. “After years of sharing her story and advocating on Capitol Hill, the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act has officially passed in the U.S. Congress,” Hilton wrote in a statement on X.
“This moment is proof that our voices matter, that speaking up can make a difference and that no child will be silenced from being abused,” Hilton said, tagging conservative legislators Representative Ro Khanna, Representative Buddy Carter, Senator John The horror should not be endured.” Cornyn, and Senator Tommy Tuberville.
The law emphasizes greater transparency and accountability in youth residential programs and seeks to ensure that juvenile facilities are “safe, supportive, and nurturing environments.” reads website,
“I’ve worked so hard on this bill over the last few years, coming here today and seeing our bill passed in Congress is one of the most incredible moments of my life,” Hilton said last week, The Hill reported. “
“This is just the beginning,” the mother of two reportedly said. “There’s definitely more to do. I’ll be back in DC.”
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