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FL H9085

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/13/2011

Primary Sponsor

Chris Dorworth

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 2011 as "Sexual Assault Awareness Month" in Florida
  • Notes that one in nine women in Florida are survivors of sexual violence, with effects including PTSD, depression, suicide, homelessness, and substance abuse
  • Recognizes Florida's 30 certified rape crisis centers providing 24-hour hotlines, counseling, support groups, advocacy, and medical care to survivors
  • Acknowledges the "Walk In My Shoes" 1,000-mile healing journey walk from Key West to Tallahassee organized by Lauren's Kids, Inc. and the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence to raise awareness and support survivors
  • Directs copies of the resolution be presented to the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence and Lauren's Kids, Inc.

Legislative Description

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Last Action

Placed on Ceremonial Resolutions Calendar - Publication only

4/14/2011

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