Bill > J00086

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York State, highlighting the critical importance of addressing sexual violence. The resolution provides context about the prevalence of sexual assault, noting alarming statistics such as an American being sexually assaulted every 73 seconds and only five out of every 1,000 perpetrators ending up in prison. It emphasizes the disproportionate impact on children and youth, with 34% of victims under 12 and 66% between ages 12-17, and points out that 13% of students experience rape or sexual assault. The resolution calls for community education, prevention efforts, and creating safer environments in workplaces and communities. It urges active involvement in combating sexual violence by increasing awareness, supporting survivors, and speaking out against harmful attitudes that enable sexual assault. Ultimately, the resolution requests that copies be transmitted to Governor Hochul and the New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault to formally recognize and draw attention to this critical issue.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J86