# Plain Language Summary: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Resolution

This is a resolution that expresses Congress's support for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which takes place every October. It's essentially a statement of values rather than a law that creates new rules or programs. The resolution acknowledges the goals and ideals behind the awareness month, which focuses on recognizing the problem of domestic violence and supporting survivors.

The resolution doesn't create any new funding, programs, or legal requirements. Instead, it serves as an official declaration from Congress that domestic violence is an important issue worthy of national attention and that the goals of the awareness month—such as educating the public, supporting survivors, and preventing abuse—are important to the government. This type of resolution is often used to raise awareness, show solidarity with affected communities, and encourage public participation in awareness efforts.

For everyday people, this means Congress is publicly committing to the importance of addressing domestic violence as a national concern. While the resolution itself doesn't change any laws or provide direct services to survivors, it can help legitimize awareness campaigns, support advocacy organizations working on these issues, and signal that elected officials recognize domestic violence as a serious problem. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) remain available regardless of whether Congress passes this resolution.

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Feinstein, Dianne

 <p>This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.</p>