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DE SCR28
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
1/19/2012
Primary Sponsor
Michael Barbieri
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AI Summary
- Establishes February 2012 as Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month throughout Delaware
- Notes that females ages 16-24 experience intimate partner violence at nearly triple the national average and one in three adolescent girls is a victim of physical, emotional, or verbal abuse from a dating partner
- Identifies that high school students experiencing dating violence are at greater risk for substance abuse, suicide, and continuing abuse patterns into future relationships
- Urges middle and high schools, law enforcement, local and state officials, and interested groups to observe the month with activities promoting awareness and prevention of teen dating violence
- Affirms that everyone has the right to a safe and healthy relationship free from abuse
Legislative Description
Establishing February 2012 As Teen Dating Violence Prevention And Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
1/24/2012
Full Bill Text
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