A resolution supporting the goals and objectives of Choose Respect Day. | ChamberLight
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
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A resolution supporting the goals and objectives of Choose Respect Day.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters because it's a formal statement from the Senate acknowledging the serious issue of domestic violence and endorsing efforts to combat it. While it doesn't create new laws or provide funding, it gives a stamp of approval to "Choose Respect Day" and related educational initiatives.
This can help keep the conversation about domestic violence active, encourage public participation in awareness campaigns, and potentially lead to more support for victims and prevention programs in the long run. If this resolution didn't pass, it wouldn't stop "Choose Respect Day" from happening, but it would mean the Senate hadn't officially endorsed the effort.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
The Senate officially states its support for the goals and objectives of "Choose Respect Day."
This gives formal backing from the Senate to efforts aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence.
PROVISION 02
The Senate encourages private citizens, organizations, and all levels of government to recognize Choose Respect Day through proclamations, activities, and educational efforts.
This aims to broaden participation in awareness campaigns and educational efforts to change the culture around domestic violence.
PROVISION 03
The resolution highlights various statistics and impacts of domestic violence, including its prevalence, effects on children, and connection to homelessness.
This provides a factual basis for the resolution and underscores the widespread and severe nature of domestic violence.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
OCT 3
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6929-6930; text: CR S6935)
This resolution matters because it's a formal statement from the Senate acknowledging the serious issue of domestic violence and endorsing efforts to combat it. While it doesn't create new laws or provide funding, it gives a stamp of approval to "Choose Respect Day" and related educational initiatives.
This can help keep the conversation about domestic violence active, encourage public participation in awareness campaigns, and potentially lead to more support for victims and prevention programs in the long run. If this resolution didn't pass, it wouldn't stop "Choose Respect Day" from happening, but it would mean the Senate hadn't officially endorsed the effort.
KEY PROVISIONS
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The Senate officially states its support for the goals and objectives of "Choose Respect Day."
This gives formal backing from the Senate to efforts aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence.
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The Senate encourages private citizens, organizations, and all levels of government to recognize Choose Respect Day through proclamations, activities, and educational efforts.
This aims to broaden participation in awareness campaigns and educational efforts to change the culture around domestic violence.
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The resolution highlights various statistics and impacts of domestic violence, including its prevalence, effects on children, and connection to homelessness.
This provides a factual basis for the resolution and underscores the widespread and severe nature of domestic violence.
A formal statement or expression of opinion adopted by a legislative body, such as the Senate, but which does not have the force of law.
Intimate Partner Violence
Harmful behavior by a current or former partner, which can include physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, and emotional or psychological abuse.
Domestic Violence
Abuse by one partner against another in a household or relationship setting, typically involving physical, emotional, or sexual harm.
Proclamations
Official public announcements, often used by government entities to declare special days, weeks, or events.
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTS
OCT 3, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
OCT 3, 25
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
OCT 3, 25
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6929-6930; text: CR S6935)