SR 68 by Cervantes
SR 68
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in California and recognizes April 29, 2026, as Denim Day. It aims to raise public awareness about sexual assault, encourage the wearing of jeans to demonstrate opposition to rape, and highlight California’s commitment to victim-centered approaches within the judicial and criminal justice systems. The resolution also references a historical event in Italy where women protested sexual assault by wearing jeans, leading to the adoption of Denim Day globally.
Key provisions
- Designates April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
- Recognizes April 29, 2026, as Denim Day.
- Encourages the wearing of jeans to demonstrate opposition to rape.
- Acknowledges California’s leadership in victim-centered approaches.
- References the Italian Denim Day movement.
- Highlights the importance of preventing sexual violence.
- Calls for holding perpetrators accountable.
- Recognizes the need to challenge societal myths perpetuating sexual assault.
Who is affected
- General Public
- Sexual Assault Survivors
- Families and Friends of Survivors
- Rape Crisis Centers
- Criminal Justice Professionals
Notable changes
- Establishes Denim Day as a symbolic event to raise awareness.
- Reinforces California’s commitment to victim-centered legal practices.
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