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VA HJR36
Joint Resolution
Status
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Wendell Walker
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AI Summary
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Designates August 1 as Internet Safety and Online Predator Awareness Day in Virginia for 2026 and each succeeding year
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Cites FBI data showing Virginians age 60 and older reported over $106.6 million in internet crime losses in 2024, ranking the Commonwealth 11th nationally for elder fraud losses
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Notes approximately 500,000 online predators are active daily, with one in five children ages 10-17 reporting online solicitation by strangers
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References a 2025 study finding 83 percent of children and adolescents have been exposed to self-harm or suicide-related content on social media
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Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to post the designation on the General Assembly's website
Legislative Description
Internet Safety & Online Predator Awareness Day; designating as August 1, 2026 & each succeeding yr.
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
3/3/2026