Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
HRES 284 is a symbolic congressional resolution expressing support for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally recognizes child abuse as preventable and emphasizes the importance of public awareness, prevention programs like Healthy Families America, and support for survivors. The resolution highlights the societal benefits of preventing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and urges continued efforts to build resilient families. It directly affects no individuals or entities, as resolutions like this serve only to communicate congressional sentiment.
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 1, 2025
Last action Apr 1, 2025
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Apr 1, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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Andy Barr
RRepublican
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Frank J. Mrvan
DDemocratic
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Joe Wilson
RRepublican
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Josh Gottheimer
DDemocratic
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Michael Lawler
RRepublican
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