A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2023 as "National Stalking Awareness Month".

What it does

This resolution designates January 2023 as National Stalking Awareness Month.

Additionally, it does the following:

• applauds the efforts of service providers, police, prosecutors, national and community organizations, colleges and universities, and private sector entities that combat stalking, support victims, and bring awareness to stalking;

• encourages increased awareness of stalking and support for the availability of services for stalking victims; and

• urges national and community organizations, private businesses, and the media to promote awareness of the crime of stalking through National Stalking Awareness Month.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Jan 26, 2023 (Passed Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.