H.R. 53 Summary

• Recognizes April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in Hawaii during the 2011 regular session.

• Designates April as an opportunity to educate the public about sexual violence, prevent sexual assault, improve treatment for survivors, and prosecute perpetrators.

• Encourages community organizations, businesses, colleges, universities, and media to promote awareness of sexual violence and strategies to reduce sexual assault incidents during the designated month.

• Requests transmission of certified copies to the Director of Human Services and the Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence for distribution to member organizations.