ACR 59: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Session Year: 2017-2018
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2017-09-25
This measure would proclaim the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
This measure would proclaim the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
This measure would proclaim the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
This measure would proclaim the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
WHEREAS, Former President Obama declared October 2016 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, President Obama declared that When anyone is targeted by someone they place their trust in, we have a responsibility to speak up. We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations; and
WHEREAS, Although progress has been made toward breaking the cycle of violence and providing support to victims of domestic violence and their families, much work remains to be done; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims and their children who are fleeing violence; and
WHEREAS, Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work; and
WHEREAS, Victims of domestic violence embody incredible strength and resilience; and
WHEREAS, There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California; and
WHEREAS, The marginalization of certain groups in society, including undocumented individuals, transgender individuals, and people living with disabilities, increases their vulnerability to intimate partner violence; and
WHEREAS, According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities have a 40 percent greater risk of intimate partner violence than women without disabilities; and
WHEREAS, American Indian women residing on reservations suffer domestic violence and physical assault at rates 50 percent higher than women of other races and at least 70 percent of this violence is committed by persons of another race; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated within communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country; an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually$5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity; and
WHEREAS, Among families, domestic violence is the third leading cause of homelessness; and
WHEREAS, All victims of domestic violence deserve access to culturally appropriate programs and services to increase their safety and improve their life situations; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 40 percent of women in California experience physical intimate partner violence in their lifetimes; and
WHEREAS, Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups; and
WHEREAS, California law enforcement agencies received 162,302 domestic violence-related calls in 2015; and
WHEREAS, There were 118 domestic violence related homicides in California in 2015, of which 91 of the fatalities were female and 27 were male; and
WHEREAS, Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious adult health problems; and
WHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the vital role that all Californians can play in preventing, and one day ending, domestic violence; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Former President Obama declared October 2016 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, President Obama declared that When anyone is targeted by someone they place their trust in, we have a responsibility to speak up. We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations; and
WHEREAS, Although progress has been made toward breaking the cycle of violence and providing support to victims of domestic violence and their families, much work remains to be done; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims and their children who are fleeing violence; and
WHEREAS, Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work; and
WHEREAS, Victims of domestic violence embody incredible strength and resilience; and
WHEREAS, There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California; and
WHEREAS, The marginalization of certain groups in society, including undocumented individuals, transgender individuals, and people living with disabilities, increases their vulnerability to intimate partner violence; and
WHEREAS, According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities have a 40 percent greater risk of intimate partner violence than women without disabilities; and
WHEREAS, American Indian women residing on reservations suffer domestic violence and physical assault at rates 50 percent higher than women of other races and at least 70 percent of this violence is committed by persons of another race; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated within communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country; an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually$5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity; and
WHEREAS, Among families, domestic violence is the third leading cause of homelessness; and
WHEREAS, All victims of domestic violence deserve access to culturally appropriate programs and services to increase their safety and improve their life situations; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 40 percent of women in California experience physical intimate partner violence in their lifetimes; and
WHEREAS, Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups; and
WHEREAS, California law enforcement agencies received 162,302 domestic violence-related calls in 2015; and
WHEREAS, There were 118 domestic violence related homicides in California in 2015, of which 91 of the fatalities were female and 27 were male; and
WHEREAS, Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious adult health problems; and
WHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the vital role that all Californians can play in preventing, and one day ending, domestic violence; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Former President Obama declared October 2016 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, President Obama declared that When anyone is targeted by someone they place their trust in, we have a responsibility to speak up. We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations; and
WHEREAS, Although progress has been made toward breaking the cycle of violence and providing support to victims of domestic violence and their families, much work remains to be done; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims who are fleeing violence and their children; and children who are fleeing violence; and
WHEREAS, Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work; and
WHEREAS, Victims of domestic violence embody incredible strength and resilience; and
WHEREAS, There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California; and
WHEREAS, The marginalization of certain groups in society, including undocumented individuals, transgender individuals, and people living with disabilities, increases their vulnerability to intimate partner violence; and
WHEREAS, According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities have a 40 percent greater risk of intimate partner violence than women without disabilities; and
WHEREAS, American Indian women residing on reservations suffer domestic violence and physical assault at rates 50 percent higher than women of other races and at least 70 percent of this violence is committed by persons of another race; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated within communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country; an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually$5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity; and
WHEREAS, Among families, domestic violence is the third leading cause of homelessness; and
WHEREAS, All victims of domestic violence deserve access to culturally appropriate programs and services to increase their safety and improve their life situations; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 40 percent of women in California experience physical intimate partner violence in their lifetimes; and
WHEREAS, Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups; and
WHEREAS, California law enforcement agencies received 162,302 domestic violence-related calls in 2015; and
WHEREAS, There were 118 domestic violence related homicides in California in 2015, of which 91 of the fatalities were female and 27 were male; and
WHEREAS, Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious adult health problems; and
WHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the vital role that all Californians can play in preventing, and one day ending, domestic violence; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, Former President Obama declared October 2016 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, President Obama declared that When anyone is targeted by someone they place their trust in, we have a responsibility to speak up. We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations; and
WHEREAS, Although progress has been made toward breaking the cycle of violence and providing support to victims of domestic violence and their families, much work remains to be done; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims who are fleeing violence and their children; and
WHEREAS, Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work; and
WHEREAS, Victims of domestic violence embody incredible strength and resilience; and
WHEREAS, There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California; and
WHEREAS, The marginalization of certain groups in society, including undocumented individuals, transgender individuals, and people living with disabilities, increases their vulnerability to intimate partner violence; and
WHEREAS, According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities have a 40 percent greater risk of intimate partner violence than women without disabilities; and
WHEREAS, American Indian women residing on reservations suffer domestic violence and physical assault at rates 50 percent higher than women of other races and at least 70 percent of this violence is committed by persons of another race; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated within communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country; an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually$5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity; and
WHEREAS, Among families, domestic violence is the third leading cause of homelessness; and
WHEREAS, All victims of domestic violence deserve access to culturally appropriate programs and services to increase their safety and improve their life situations; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 40 percent of women in California experience physical intimate partner violence in their lifetimes; and
WHEREAS, Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups; and
WHEREAS, California law enforcement agencies received 162,302 domestic violence-related calls in 2015; and
WHEREAS, There were 118 domestic violence related homicides in California in 2015, of which 91 of the fatalities were female and 27 were male; and
WHEREAS, Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious adult health problems; and
WHEREAS, The Legislature recognizes the vital role that all Californians can play in preventing, and one day ending, domestic violence; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature recognizes October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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| Sep 25, 2017 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 199, Statutes of 2017. |
| Sep 25, 2017 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3 p.m. |
| Sep 15, 2017 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Sep 14, 2017 | Adopted and to Assembly. |
| Sep 7, 2017 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Sep 6, 2017 | In Senate. To Com. on RLS. |
| Sep 5, 2017 | Coauthors revised. |
| Aug 24, 2017 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (August 24). |
| Aug 22, 2017 | Re-referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Aug 21, 2017 | From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on RLS. Amended. |
| Apr 20, 2017 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Apr 18, 2017 | From printer. |
| Apr 17, 2017 | Introduced. To print. |
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| Sep 14, 2017 | Assembly 3rd Reading ACR59 Rubio et al. By Jackson | Senate Floor |
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| Aug 24, 2017 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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| California Partnership To End Domestic Violence | ** Support | Sep 8, 2017 |
| Golden State Bail Agents Association | ** Support | Sep 8, 2017 |
| Los Angeles County District Attorney'S Office | ** Support | Sep 8, 2017 |
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THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 59
Amended: 8/21/17 in Assembly
SUBJECT: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
SOURCE: California Partnership to End Domestic Violence
DIGEST:
This resolution proclaims the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California.
- Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims and their children who are fleeing violence. Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work.
- It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated with in communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement.
- Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country, an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually, $5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity.
- Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups.
- Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious health problems.
- There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims.
This resolution proclaims the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Comments
According to the author,
This resolution seeks to raise awareness about domestic violence as a significant public health and safety issue in California. In 2015, California Law enforcement agencies received 162,302 domestic violence related calls and there were 118 domestic violence related homicides. The resolution seeks to shine light on the need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims. Domestic violence affects women, men and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social religious and economic groups in the United States and in California.
Domestic violence programs provide essential, lifesaving services for victims and their children fleeing violence. In just one day in 2016, more than 5,000 victims and their children received services at domestic violence programs in California and more than 1,000 requests for services went unmet due to a lack of resources.
Domestic Violence Awareness month is an important opportunity to bring attention to this issue and to highlight the vital role all Californians can play in preventing, and one day, ending violence. By recognizing this month, the legislature sends a message of its commitment to raise awareness and supporting prevention efforts.
Related/Prior Legislation
SCR 150 (Gaines, Resolution Chapter 155, Statutes of 2016) proclaimed the month of October 2016, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
SCR 68 (Lieu, Resolution Chapter 129, Statutes of 2013) recognized October of each year as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence (source)
Golden State Bail Agents Association
Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office
None received
Prepared by: Jonas Austin / SFA / (916) 651-1520
9/8/17 11:03:45
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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ATR Bill Id:ACR 59
Author:(Rubio)
As Amended Ver:August 21, 2017
Majority vote
Committee | Votes | Ayes | Noes |
Rules | 9-0 | Cooley, Brough, Cervantes, Chen, Friedman, Grayson, Levine, Nazarian, Salas |
SUMMARY: Proclaims the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California.
- Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims and their children who are fleeing violence. Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work.
- It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated with in communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement.
- Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country, an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually, $5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity.
- Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups.
- Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious health problems.
- There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0001403
Date of Hearing: August 24, 2017
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Ken Cooley, Chair
ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 59
Author:(Rubio) – As Amended Ver:August 21, 2017
SUBJECT: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
SUMMARY: Proclaims the month of October 2017, and each following October, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Domestic violence affects women, men, and children of all racial, ethnic, cultural, social, religious, and economic groups in the United States and here in California.
- Domestic violence programs in California provide essential, lifesaving services to victims and their children who are fleeing violence. Advocates and organizations work on behalf of victims of domestic violence every day. Domestic violence shelters and services, law enforcement officials, health care providers, court systems and legal aid providers, tribal organizations, and others are all an integral part of the effort to end domestic violence and must be recognized and applauded for their work.
- It is necessary to understand the complexity of domestic violence as perpetuated with in communities and against communities, and the fear of many victims to report domestic violence to law enforcement.
- Domestic violence has a significant economic impact on women throughout the country, an estimated 8,000,000 days of paid work are lost as the result of intimate partner violence and domestic violence costs $8.3 billion in expenses annually, $5.8 billion in medical costs and $2.5 billion in lost productivity.
- Women between 18 and 24 years of age are significantly more likely to be victims of physical intimate partner violence than women in other age groups.
- Children exposed to domestic violence can experience long-term consequences including difficulty at school, substance abuse, and serious health problems.
- There is a need to increase public awareness and understanding of domestic violence and the needs of victims.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence
Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
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