# 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, it's Congress 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 a court order.

The resolution expresses that Congress believes this issue deserves public awareness. When a parent takes a child to another country without legal custody rights or court approval, it creates a nightmare situation for the left-behind parent and can be traumatic for the child. The resolution is calling for more attention to be paid to this problem and the harm it causes to families. It's not creating any new laws or programs—it's simply a statement of support for raising awareness about the issue.

This type of resolution doesn't directly change anyone's legal rights or create new government programs. Instead, it signals that Congress recognizes international parental child abduction as an important issue worth public attention. It may encourage government agencies, organizations, and the media to focus on educating people about the problem and the legal remedies available to parents whose children have been taken abroad. If you're dealing with a situation like this, the resolution doesn't provide new help, but it does reflect that Congress acknowledges this is a serious family issue that deserves attention.

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.

Feinstein, Dianne

 <p>This resolution recognizes the Senate's observation of Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month in April 2022. It also urges the United States to lead in raising awareness about the devastating impact of international parental child abduction.</p>