S.Res.300 - Designating June 15, 2025, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the month of June 2025 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 300 designates June 15, 2025, as "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" and the month of June 2025 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Month." The resolution highlights the increasing population of older adults in the United States and the prevalence of elder abuse in various forms. It acknowledges the efforts of professionals, agencies, and organizations working to combat elder abuse and encourages continued collaboration and awareness.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to raise public awareness about elder abuse and encourage individuals and organizations to take action to prevent and report it. It also serves to recognize the efforts of those already working in this field and to promote collaboration among various stakeholders. Ultimately, this may lead to increased reporting of elder abuse cases and improved support for victims.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of elder abuse among the general public.
- Recognition of the efforts of professionals and organizations working to combat elder abuse.
- Encouragement of collaboration among federal, state, and local agencies.
- Potential for increased reporting of elder abuse cases.
- Promotion of issue-based education and long-term prevention strategies.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate any funding or resources to combat elder abuse.
- It relies on voluntary action and awareness, which may not be sufficient to address the problem effectively.
- The resolution does not create any new legal protections for older adults.
- There is no guarantee that increased awareness will translate into concrete action or reduced rates of elder abuse.
- The resolution is largely symbolic and may not have a significant impact on the underlying causes of elder abuse.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to protect a vulnerable segment of the population from abuse and exploitation. While the Constitution does not explicitly address elder abuse, the government's role in promoting the general welfare can be interpreted to include protecting the elderly from harm. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or freedoms.
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).