Bill · S.Res. 693· Senate(119-SRES-693)
A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
- Introduced
- 4/28/2026
- Last activity
- 4/28/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2083-2084)
- Sponsored by
- Chuck Grassley
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes and supports the goals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in April 2026. The Senate acknowledges the significant impact of sexual violence on individuals, including those in the Armed Forces and various vulnerable populations. It highlights the importance of awareness, prevention, and the deterrence of sexual violence across the United States. The resolution aims to provide an opportunity to educate the public and encourage the prevention of sexual assault. It also seeks to improve the treatment of survivors and the prosecution of perpetrators. Finally, the Senate expresses support for the goals and ideals of this awareness month.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would children be better off under this?+2
The resolution explicitly addresses the impact of child sexual abuse and neglect.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+2
The resolution acknowledges that elder sexual abuse is a form of sexual violence that must be addressed.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+2
The resolution highlights that American Indians and Alaska Natives experience significantly higher rates of sexual violence.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Education and Prevention: The resolution identifies April 2026 as an opportunity to educate the people of the United States about sexual violence and encourage its prevention (Section 1, A, i-II).
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Support for Survivors: The resolution seeks to encourage improvements in the treatment of sexual assault survivors (Section 1, A, ii) and acknowledges the work of organizations providing information and treatment to survivors (Section 1, C, ii).
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Accountability for Perpetrators: The resolution encourages the prosecution of perpetrators (Section 1, A, III) and recognizes the work of professionals using innovative strategies to ensure perpetrators are held accountable (Section 1, D).
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Recognition of Service Providers: The resolution calls for the recognition of volunteers, professionals, and community organizations that assist survivors in their healing process (Section 1, B and Section 1, C).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Women+2Good For African Americans+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For People With Disabilities+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2Improves Policing Reform+1Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 4/28/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2083-2084)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Bill introduced.
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Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire