MI HR0392

Declares September 25, 2018, as Youth Consent Day in Michigan to raise awareness about sexual assault and the importance of consent.

Cites statistics showing one in five college women, at least 6% of college men, and over 40% of LGBT college students will experience sexual assault during their time as students.

Notes that 48% of middle and high school students ages 12-18 reported sexual harassment at school, and approximately 80% of sexual assaults go unreported by college-age female victims.

Highlights that nearly 67% of sexual assaults are committed by someone known to the victim, with assaults most likely occurring during the first three months of the school year.

Recognizes that sexual assault education and awareness campaigns increase bystander intervention, improve outcomes for at-risk individuals, and promote pro-social attitudes opposing sexual assault.