Expressing support for "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day".
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Latest Action · September 26, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 770 is a symbolic resolution that expresses congressional support for Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day, observed on September 25, 2025. The resolution acknowledges that military sexual trauma (MST)—which includes sexual assault and threatening sexual harassment during military service—affects approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 50 men across active duty, Reserve, and National Guard personnel, and can lead to serious long-term consequences including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and increased suicide risk. The resolution calls on the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to MST-related services, improve transparency and accountability in handling MST cases, implement stronger prevention training programs, and foster a military culture of zero tolerance for sexual harassment and assault. While this is a non-binding resolution that does not allocate specific funding or create new programs, it signals congressional commitment to supporting survivors and encouraging federal agencies to prioritize reforms in MST prevention, support systems, and care delivery. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Houlahan, Bacon, Brownley, and others, and was referred to the Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs committees.
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