The Senate recognizes and supports National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, observed in April 2025, to raise public awareness and encourage action against sexual violence. This initiative seeks to educate the public, promote prevention strategies, enhance support and treatment for survivors, and ensure the prosecution of perpetrators. The resolution highlights the pervasive nature of sexual violence, noting that millions of women, men, children, and military members experience it, with significant physical, emotional, and economic consequences. Sexual violence encompasses various forms, including acquaintance rape , child sexual abuse , and commercial sex trafficking , disproportionately affecting communities of color and American Indians/Alaska Natives. The resolution applauds the vital work of national, State, territorial, and Tribal coalitions, rape crisis centers, and volunteers who provide critical services, education, and crisis support, such as the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) and the Department of Defense Safe Helpline. It emphasizes the importance of holding perpetrators accountable and commends law enforcement and health professionals for their dedication to ensuring justice and healing for survivors.