This Senate resolution formally recognizes and supports National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in April 2026. The resolution acknowledges the widespread nature of sexual violence in the United States, citing statistics such as 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experiencing sexual or physical violence by an intimate partner, over 530,000 children experiencing sexual abuse or neglect annually, and approximately 29,000 military service members experiencing sexual assault in 2023. The resolution commends the work of rape crisis centers, community organizations, law enforcement, and healthcare professionals who assist survivors and work to prevent sexual violence. It also highlights available resources including the National Sexual Assault Hotline and over 1,100 local crisis centers that help more than 300,000 survivors annually. The resolution does not authorize any funding or establish specific timelines, as it is a non-binding expression of Senate support for awareness and prevention efforts.
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