HCR002 | Concurrent Resolution Encouraging Discussion about Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse

Description
General Description: 

This concurrent resolution encourages discussion about the effects and prevention of child sexual abuse.

Highlighted Provisions: 

This resolution:
acknowledges the widespread nature of child sexual abuse in Utah;
explains the impact of child sexual abuse on survivors and communities;
encourages discussion about the effects and prevalence of child sexual abuse; and
encourages discussion about ways in which the government, communities, and
citizens of Utah can prevent child sexual abuse and support those affected.

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HCR002
Year: 
2022
Status: 
House/ filed
Last Action: 
Mar 04, 2022
Sponsor
Representative
Andrew Stoddard
Democrat - District 44
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Utah PTA Resolution: 
SAF 2016-2 | Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
Impact on Children: 

Childhood sexual abuse infringes on the basic rights of human beings. The nature and dynamics of sexual abuse and sexually abusive relationships are often traumatic. When sexual abuse occurs in childhood it can hinder normal social growth and be a cause of many different psychosocial problems. This joint resolution encourages greater study and open discussion about the effects and prevalence of child sexual abuse

Commission: 
Safety
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth. Prioritizing the needs of all children and youth, while adhering to fiscal responsibility in government.

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements: 

National PTA Resolution: RESPONSE TO SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE
AFFECTING STUDENTS

Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent associations collaborate with school administrations, institutions of higher learning, and community partners to ensure that every school:

Provides support services for victims of sexual harassment and sexual violence, and
Presents awareness and prevention programs that address sexual harassment and sexual violence affecting students, and
Includes training on the responsibilities of educational institutions, as well as the rights of sexual violence and sexual harassment victims under Title IX and other laws and regulations.