A resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" and honoring survivors of sexual assault.

This resolution recognizes April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" to honor survivors of sexual assault and raise awareness about sexual violence. Denim Day originated from a 1998 Italian Supreme Court decision that overturned a rape conviction, leading to widespread protest and the founding of the movement by Peace Over Violence in 1999. Wearing denim symbolizes solidarity with survivors and protests victim-blaming, affirming that clothing, behavior, or appearance never constitutes consent.

The Senate expresses solidarity with survivors and their families, advocating for their access to comprehensive, trauma-informed, culturally competent services, including medical care, mental health support, and legal assistance. It condemns all forms of victim-blaming and supports efforts to improve the reporting, investigation, and prosecution of sexual assault cases with survivor-centered approaches. The resolution also emphasizes addressing disparities in sexual violence affecting marginalized and vulnerable populations, such as women of color, Indigenous communities, and LGBTQIA2+ individuals.

Ultimately, the resolution calls on Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments to strengthen policies, funding, and programs that prevent sexual violence and support survivors. It urges continued collaboration among policymakers, advocacy organizations, law enforcement, and communities to end sexual violence and ensure accountability for perpetrators.