S.Res.46 - Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as National Stalking Awareness Month. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 46 designates January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month." The resolution aims to raise awareness about stalking and encourage its prevention. It acknowledges the prevalence and impact of stalking on individuals across the United States.
Expected Effects
This resolution will likely lead to increased public awareness campaigns and educational initiatives regarding stalking. It may also encourage more victims to report stalking incidents and seek assistance. Ultimately, this could foster a greater understanding of stalking and promote efforts to combat it.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of stalking as a serious crime.
- Encouragement for victims to seek help and report incidents.
- Promotion of prevention efforts through education and outreach.
- Support for organizations and agencies working to combat stalking.
- Potential for improved responses from the criminal justice system.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding or resources, so its impact depends on subsequent actions.
- Awareness campaigns may not reach all segments of the population equally.
- Increased reporting could strain existing victim services and law enforcement resources.
- The resolution is largely symbolic and may not lead to concrete policy changes.
- There are no direct disadvantages.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of promoting the general welfare and ensuring domestic tranquility, as stated in the Preamble. While the Constitution does not explicitly address stalking, the resolution's focus on public safety and victim support falls within the government's legitimate role. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).