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US HR770
Resolution
Status
9/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chrissy Houlahan
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AI Summary
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Expresses support for September 25, 2025 as "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day" to raise awareness about sexual assault and harassment experienced during military service
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Cites research indicating approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 50 men in the Armed Forces experience military sexual trauma (MST), which can lead to PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and increased suicide risk
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Affirms commitment to supporting MST survivors and their families by providing highest quality care, breaking stigma, and improving support systems
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Encourages the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to MST-related services and ensure they are well-publicized and accessible to all veterans
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Promotes transparency and accountability in handling MST cases to ensure survivors receive support without fear of retaliation or discrimination, with the goal of eradicating MST
Legislative Description
Expressing support for "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day".
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
9/26/2025