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This resolution recognizes October 2025 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the serious and widespread nature of domestic violence. The resolution cites statistics from the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV), noting that one in three women and one in four men experience domestic violence in their lifetimes, and that over 1,400 individuals have been killed in Pennsylvania due to domestic violence over the past decade. The resolution emphasizes the profound impacts of domestic violence, including its effects on family structures, mental health, and the potential for intergenerational transmission of violent behaviors. It also points out the economic burden of intimate partner violence in the state, estimated at $156 billion, and acknowledges the importance of public awareness in empowering victims and encouraging reporting. By formally recognizing this awareness month, the House of Representatives aims to educate the public about domestic violence, its prevalence, its impact on victims and families, and the various resources and support systems available to assist and protect those affected by domestic violence.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=279