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CO SJR025

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/6/2016

Primary Sponsor

Linda Newell

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proclaims April 2016 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Colorado
  • Notes that in 2014, Colorado had nearly 10,000 confirmed cases of child abuse and neglect resulting in 20 deaths, while the United States had over 700,000 confirmed cases resulting in 1,580 deaths
  • Encourages every person to perform a positive act daily on behalf of children
  • Calls upon citizens, community and faith-based organizations, businesses, and government agencies to create alliances to strengthen Colorado families and prevent child abuse and neglect
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be sent to the Governor, the Kempe Center, and 10 other child welfare and protection organizations

Legislative Description

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Last Action

Signed by the Speaker of the House

4/14/2016

Full Bill Text

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