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Congress·In Committee·S.Res. 698

A resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" and honoring survivors of sexual assault.

Denim Day Recognition for Sexual Assault Survivors

This resolution is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. It was recently submitted and is waiting for further action from the committee. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.

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Very likely to pass

This is a symbolic gesture that does not cost money or change laws, making it very easy for the Senate to approve.

Key Points

  • This resolution names April 29, 2026, as Denim Day to honor people who have survived sexual assault. It encourages Americans to wear denim to show that a person's clothing is never an excuse for violence or harassment.
  • The proposal shares facts about how common sexual violence is, noting that someone is assaulted every 68 seconds in the United States. It also highlights that many survivors are children or young adults when they are first attacked.
  • The measure asks the government to do more to help survivors get medical care, mental health support, and legal assistance. It also pushes for better ways to investigate these crimes and hold the people who commit them responsible.

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Milestones

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Apr 29, 2026Senate

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2132-2133)

Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.

Apr 29, 2026

Submitted in Senate

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" and honoring survivors of sexual assault.

Bill NumberSRES 698
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2132-2133)

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