Bills · SRES 46
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 46Law enforcement officersCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
INTRO JAN 29· LAST ACTION JAN 29
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it brings official attention to a serious and often misunderstood crime: stalking. By dedicating a specific month to awareness, it helps educate the public about what stalking is, how prevalent it is, and its devastating impact on victims, which can range from severe anxiety to physical harm. Many victims do not report stalking or seek help, and this awareness push could encourage more people to recognize the signs, report incidents, and seek support.
If this resolution becomes law (which it already has, as a Senate Resolution), it means the Senate formally acknowledges the problem and supports efforts to address it. If it didn't pass, it wouldn't change any laws or services, but it would miss an opportunity for a prominent national body to formally endorse and amplify the message that stalking is a serious issue requiring attention and action.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Designates January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month."
This formal designation helps to focus public attention and resources on the issue of stalking during a specific period.
PROVISION 02
Applauds the efforts of service providers, law enforcement, and organizations that combat stalking and support victims.
It offers official recognition and encouragement to groups working on the front lines against stalking, validating their work.
PROVISION 03
Encourages policymakers, criminal justice officials, victim service agencies, and colleges to increase awareness and support services.
This aims to prompt key institutions and leaders to dedicate more resources and attention to preventing stalking and aiding victims.
PROVISION 04
Urges national and community organizations, businesses, and the media to promote awareness of stalking.
This provision seeks to broaden the reach of awareness campaigns by involving diverse sectors of society in spreading information.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJAN 29
Introduced in Senate
JAN 29
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
JAN 29
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S488; text: CR S487)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 46
Congress119th
StatusPassed Senate
IntroducedJan 29, 2025
Last actionJan 29, 2025
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · SENATE · INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 46Law enforcement officersCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 29, 2025
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
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