# What This Resolution Does

This is a resolution that officially recognizes National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Think of it as Congress making a formal statement of support for the goals and ideals behind this awareness month, which is typically observed in April each year. The resolution doesn't create new laws or funding—it's essentially Congress saying "we support efforts to raise awareness about sexual assault and prevention."

# Who This Affects and Why It Matters

While this resolution doesn't directly change anyone's legal rights or create new programs, it serves an important symbolic purpose. By officially recognizing this month, Congress is publicly acknowledging that sexual assault is a serious problem worth national attention. This kind of official recognition can help organizations, schools, hospitals, and community groups justify their own awareness and prevention efforts throughout the month. It signals that the federal government considers this issue important enough to formally support.

The resolution supports the broader goals of sexual assault awareness and prevention work—things like educating people about consent, supporting survivors, training first responders, and encouraging reporting. While the resolution itself doesn't fund these activities or create new requirements, it adds weight to these efforts by giving them congressional backing. For survivors and advocates working on these issues, this kind of official recognition can help validate their work and potentially make it easier to secure resources and attention for prevention programs.

A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

Feinstein, Dianne

 <p>This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.</p>