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Stalking Awareness Month: Enhancing Safety and Victim Support

This resolution designates January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month." Its purpose is to raise public awareness about stalking, its impact on citizens' lives, and to encourage prevention. It emphasizes the need for better victim support and more effective law enforcement action.
Key points
Increasing public awareness of stalking, which affects millions annually, regardless of age or gender.
Supporting organizations that assist victims and encouraging improved criminal justice system responses to stalking cases.
Highlighting that stalking is a crime and often leads to severe health and life consequences for victims.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_865
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2022-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_865.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increasing public awareness of stalking, which affects millions annually, regardless of age or gender.
  • Supporting organizations that assist victims and encouraging improved criminal justice system responses to stalking cases.
  • Highlighting that stalking is a crime and often leads to severe health and life consequences for victims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

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