# National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This is a resolution that officially designates September 2023 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In practical terms, this means Congress is formally recognizing and drawing attention to the issue of sexual assault on college and university campuses during that specific month.

What this actually does is relatively straightforward: it's a statement of support rather than a law that creates new requirements or changes existing rules. The resolution encourages awareness, education, and conversation about sexual assault prevention on campuses. It doesn't fund new programs, mandate new policies, or create legal obligations for schools or students. Instead, it's designed to shine a spotlight on the problem and encourage colleges, organizations, and communities to take action during that month through events, discussions, and educational initiatives.

This type of resolution matters symbolically because it signals that Congress recognizes sexual assault as a serious issue affecting students. It can help prompt universities to review their prevention and response programs, encourage survivors to seek support, and remind the public that this is an ongoing problem worth addressing. However, since it's not binding legislation, it doesn't force any specific changes or allocate funding. It's essentially Congress saying "this issue deserves our attention and action" rather than "here's what you must do about it."

Expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Norton, Eleanor Holmes

 <p>This resolution supports the designation of National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month.</p>