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January 2024 Designated National Stalking Awareness Month to Boost Victim Support.

This Senate resolution designates January 2024 as National Stalking Awareness Month to educate the public about the widespread nature and serious consequences of stalking, which affects millions of citizens annually. It encourages law enforcement, service providers, and educational institutions to improve their response and increase support services for victims. The goal is to enhance personal safety and the availability of help for those targeted, including victims of technology-facilitated stalking.
Key points
The designation aims to increase public awareness of stalking, encouraging victims to seek help and report crimes, which is vital for personal safety.
It urges law enforcement, prosecutors, and universities to improve investigation and prosecution efforts and expand support services for victims, including those stalked online.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_528
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2024-01-18