# Plain Language Summary: Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month Resolution

This is a Senate resolution that officially recognizes and supports "Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month." Essentially, Congress is saying they want to draw attention to the serious problem of one parent illegally taking a child across international borders without the other parent's permission or legal custody rights.

When a parent takes a child to another country without proper legal authority, it creates a nightmare situation for the left-behind parent and can be traumatic for the child. The resolution expresses that Congress believes this issue deserves public awareness and attention. It's a statement of support for efforts to educate people about how common this problem is, what damage it causes to families, and what resources exist to help prevent it or recover children in these situations.

This resolution doesn't create any new laws or programs—it's not forcing anyone to do anything. Instead, it's Congress officially saying "this is an important problem we care about" and encouraging the government and public to take the issue seriously. It aligns with existing international agreements like the Hague Convention, which is a treaty designed to help return children who have been taken across borders illegally. The resolution essentially puts a spotlight on child abduction as a real harm that deserves attention from policymakers, law enforcement, and the public.

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month" and expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should raise awareness of the harm caused by international parental child abduction.

Tillis, Thomas

 <p>This resolution recognizes the Senate's observation of Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month in April 2023. It also urges the United States to continue to lead in raising awareness about the devastating impact of international parental child abduction.</p>