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Bill115th CongressFiled May 8, 2017Crime and Law Enforcement
S.Res. 159

A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 8, 2017)

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Recognizes that National Sexual Assault Awareness Month provides an opportunity for sexual violence education and sexual assault prevention, treatment, and prosecution.

Calls for: (1) acknowledging survivors and commending volunteers and professionals who assist them; (2) recognizing and applauding national and community organizations and private sector supporters; and (3) recognizing and applauding public safety, law enforcement, and health professionals.

What just happenedMay 8, 2017

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2803; consideration: CR S2314; text as passed Senate: CR S2802-2803)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA](R-IA)Sponsor
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  1. May 8, 2017Floor

    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2803; consideration: CR S2314; text as passed Senate: CR S2802-2803)

  2. May 8, 2017Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2803; consideration: CR S2314; text as passed Senate: CR S2802-2803)

  3. May 8, 2017IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Introduced in SenateMay 8, 2017

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Recognizes that National Sexual Assault Awareness Month provides an opportunity for sexual violence education and sexual assault prevention, treatment, and prosecution.

Calls for: (1) acknowledging survivors and commending volunteers and professionals who assist them; (2) recognizing and applauding national and community organizations and private sector supporters; and (3) recognizing and applauding public safety, law enforcement, and health professionals.

Passed Senate without amendmentMay 8, 201782

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Recognizes that National Sexual Assault Awareness Month provides an opportunity for sexual violence education and sexual assault prevention, treatment, and prosecution.

Calls for: (1) acknowledging survivors and commending volunteers and professionals who assist them; (2) recognizing and applauding national and community organizations and private sector supporters; and (3) recognizing and applauding public safety, law enforcement, and health professionals.

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