PennsylvaniaPennsylvania Senate would recognize October 2026 for domestic violence awareness
The resolution would give statewide recognition to domestic violence awareness during October 2026, without creating services or setting aside money.
What it does
The Senate would name October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. This symbolic recognition would not provide services or funding.
Argument forRecognizing an awareness month could draw attention to domestic violence and survivors' needs for shelter, counseling, and support.
Argument againstSurvivors who need shelter or counseling could receive little direct help from a resolution that names an awareness month without providing services.
More detail
The Senate would designate a domestic violence awareness month. The designation would apply in Pennsylvania. The designation would provide symbolic recognition without creating services or funding. The designation would cover October 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 15Referred to Rules & Executive NominationsIntroduced
Public Safety