PA HR240

Designates January 2026 as "Stalking Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania

Approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in the U.S. experience stalking at some point in their lives, with an estimated 13.5 million people stalked annually

Highlights the growing threat of cyberstalking through digital technology and social media platforms, which enables anonymous harassment across online spaces

Recognizes psychological impacts on victims including anxiety, fear, depression, and social withdrawal

Commits the House of Representatives to raising awareness and providing resources to support and protect stalking victims in the Commonwealth