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Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1021| House 
| Updated: 1/27/2026
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (1)
Debbie Dingell (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution designates January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to increase public understanding and encourage the prevention of stalking. It underscores the significant impact of stalking, noting that approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience it, often by current or former intimate partners, leading to severe fear and psychological distress. Stalking is also identified as a critical risk factor for intimate partner homicide, with many victims forced to take drastic measures for their safety. The resolution acknowledges that stalking is a crime under federal and state laws, affecting individuals across all demographics, and highlights the challenges victims face, including underreporting and the need for improved criminal justice responses. It specifically addresses the rise of technology-facilitated stalking and the vulnerability of younger populations, particularly college students. The House of Representatives applauds the efforts of various organizations combating stalking and urges policymakers, service providers, and the media to enhance awareness and support for victims nationwide.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-865
Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
Jan 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 119-46
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S488; text: CR S487)
Jan 27, 2026
Submitted in House
Jan 27, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-865
    Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".


  • January 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 119-46
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S488; text: CR S487)


  • January 27, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • January 27, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-99: Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
  • SRES 119-586: A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
  • SRES 119-46: A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".

Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1021| House 
| Updated: 1/27/2026
This resolution designates January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to increase public understanding and encourage the prevention of stalking. It underscores the significant impact of stalking, noting that approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience it, often by current or former intimate partners, leading to severe fear and psychological distress. Stalking is also identified as a critical risk factor for intimate partner homicide, with many victims forced to take drastic measures for their safety. The resolution acknowledges that stalking is a crime under federal and state laws, affecting individuals across all demographics, and highlights the challenges victims face, including underreporting and the need for improved criminal justice responses. It specifically addresses the rise of technology-facilitated stalking and the vulnerability of younger populations, particularly college students. The House of Representatives applauds the efforts of various organizations combating stalking and urges policymakers, service providers, and the media to enhance awareness and support for victims nationwide.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-865
Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
Jan 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 119-46
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S488; text: CR S487)
Jan 27, 2026
Submitted in House
Jan 27, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-865
    Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2022 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".


  • January 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 119-46
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S488; text: CR S487)


  • January 27, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • January 27, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (1)
Debbie Dingell (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-99: Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
  • SRES 119-586: A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
  • SRES 119-46: A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted