Passed on 2026-05-14
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 706
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.
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Introduced 2026-04-29Topic: social services · public health · criminal justiceSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution supports naming April 2026 as "National Child Abuse Prevention Month" and backs the goals of that month. It states that child abuse, neglect, and child sexual abuse are preventable. It supports public awareness and education about preventing child abuse and neglect, efforts to help survivors of childhood sexual abuse heal, and justice for victims. The resolution does not create new programs or provide funding.
Sponsors
- John Cornyn Republican sponsor
- 6 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Senate | Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313) | |
| 2026-05-14 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass | |
| 2026-05-14 | Senate | Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. | report |
| 2026-05-14 | Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. | report | |
| 2026-04-29 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2136-2137) | refer |
| 2026-04-29 | Submitted in Senate | introduce |