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DE HCR67
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/19/2016
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Williams
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AI Summary
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Designates April 2016 as "Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month" in Delaware
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Cites CDC estimates that one in six boys and one in four girls experience sexual abuse before age 18
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Notes that approximately 64% of sexual assaults go unreported and that 70% are committed by someone known to the victim
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Highlights that college-aged women are three to four times more likely to experience sexual assault than other female age groups, with one in five reporting assault while in college
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Encourages Delaware citizens and legislators to participate in awareness events and campaigns to eliminate sexual violence
Legislative Description
Recognizing April 2016 As “sexual Assault Awareness And Prevention Month” In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT
4/19/2016