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WV HR12
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lori Dittman
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AI Summary
- Declares January 27, 2026, as Sexual Violence Awareness Day in West Virginia
- Cites the 2023-24 National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey ranking West Virginia women 5th nationally in lifetime prevalence of sexual coercion victimizations, affecting nearly one-third of female residents
- Notes forcible sex offenses are the leading cause of incarceration in West Virginia prisons, costing over $48 million annually
- Recognizes the state's victim services network, which began in 1972 and now includes 12 regional rape crisis centers and the West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services
- Affirms the House of Delegates' commitment to supporting survivors, holding offenders accountable, and working toward safety from sexual violence for all West Virginians
Legislative Description
Sexual Violence Awareness Day
Last Action
To House Rules
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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