Texas Senate Bill SR545

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Caption

Recognizing April 2017 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Impact

The resolution aims to foster community involvement and bring attention to the fact that, according to the Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas, approximately 185 children suffer from maltreatment each day in Texas. By setting aside a specific month to focus on child abuse prevention, the resolution aims to unify efforts among government agencies, advocacy groups, and citizens to address this pressing issue. It encourages the promotion of educational resources and healthy parenting practices as key strategies in preventing child abuse.

Summary

Senate Resolution 545 recognizes April 2017 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, highlighting the collective responsibility to protect vulnerable children. It emphasizes that the observance of this month serves as a reminder of the need for community engagement in efforts to combat child maltreatment. The resolution seeks to promote awareness about the forms of abuse children may face, including neglect, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, which can have lifelong effects on their well-being.

Contention

Though the resolution is largely an assertion of awareness and does not legislate a specific change to state law, it does serve as a clarion call for collective action. The recognition of a month dedicated to child abuse prevention can ignite discussions around funding for child welfare programs, community vigilance, and the necessity for stronger support systems for families at risk. While the resolution does not provoke contention itself, it signals the need for ongoing dialogue and action in communities that may have differing views on the efficacy and methods of preventing child abuse.