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SRES 706 Agreed to

Expresses the Senate's support for designating April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and for the goals behind it.

Official title: A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "National Child Abuse Prevention Month", and the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Outcome Agreed to by the Senate
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Senate
Referred 29-APR-2026
Passed 14-MAY-2026
Key points
  • Supports the designation of April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the goals and ideals of that observance
  • Recognizes that child abuse, neglect, and child sexual abuse are preventable and calls for efforts to raise public awareness and education
  • Supports help for survivors of childhood sexual abuse to heal and justice for victims
  • Cites findings on the prevalence and effects of child maltreatment and adverse childhood experiences, and on the benefits of voluntary, evidence-based home-visiting programs
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Committee referrals (1) Policy area

Health

Sponsor John Cornyn (R-TX) Cosponsors · 6
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