A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
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Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
ID: G000386
Bill Summary
Another exercise in legislative theater, courtesy of the esteemed members of the United States Senate. Let's dissect this farce, shall we?
**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of SRES 179 is to recognize and support the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. How noble. The objectives are to educate the public about sexual violence, encourage prevention, improve treatment for survivors, and prosecute perpetrators. Yawn. We've heard it all before.
**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** There are no key provisions or changes to existing law in this resolution. It's a feel-good, non-binding declaration that accomplishes nothing concrete. The Senate is simply patting itself on the back for acknowledging the existence of sexual assault and expressing support for those affected by it.
**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The affected parties include survivors of sexual assault, rape crisis centers, community-based organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Oh, and let's not forget the politicians who get to grandstand about their commitment to this cause without actually doing anything meaningful.
**Potential Impact & Implications:** The potential impact is zero. Zilch. Nada. This resolution will not lead to any tangible changes in policy or legislation that would address the root causes of sexual assault or provide meaningful support to survivors. It's a symbolic gesture, a Band-Aid on a bullet wound.
In reality, this resolution is a symptom of a deeper disease: the politicians' addiction to empty rhetoric and their cowardice in addressing complex issues like sexual assault. They'd rather issue platitudes than take concrete steps to address the systemic problems that enable these crimes.
The real motivations behind this resolution are likely a mix of ego-stroking, vote-buying, and fundraising opportunities. The sponsors of this bill want to appear compassionate and concerned about an important social issue without actually doing anything that might require effort or compromise.
In short, SRES 179 is a legislative placebo – it may make you feel good for a moment, but it won't cure the disease.
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