Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Summary
This House Resolution expresses support for designating September 2025 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It highlights the prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses, particularly among freshmen and sophomores. The resolution also addresses issues such as underreporting, lack of training for faculty and law enforcement, and concerns about fair adjudication processes.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to raise awareness about campus sexual assault and encourage colleges to improve their prevention and response efforts. By designating a specific month for awareness, the resolution seeks to promote education, reporting, and support for survivors. It may also encourage colleges to review and update their policies and procedures related to sexual assault.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of sexual assault on college campuses.
- Encouragement for colleges to improve prevention and response efforts.
- Promotion of education and support for survivors.
- Potential for improved reporting rates.
- Possible review and update of college policies and procedures.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not mandate any specific actions or policies, so its impact depends on voluntary compliance by colleges.
- The resolution may not address the root causes of sexual assault or provide comprehensive solutions.
- There may be resistance from some colleges to implement the recommended changes.
- The resolution does not provide funding for prevention or response efforts.
- The effectiveness of awareness campaigns in changing behavior is not always guaranteed.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it seeks to address a public safety issue and promote the well-being of college students. While the Constitution does not explicitly address sexual assault, the resolution's goals are consistent with the government's responsibility to protect its citizens. The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, which could be relevant to awareness campaigns, but this resolution does not infringe upon those rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).