A resolution designating June 15, 2026, as "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" and the month of June 2026 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Month".

119th Congress Introduced by Richard Blumenthal and 1 co-sponsor

Designates June 15, 2026 and June 2026 as observances to raise awareness of elder abuse and promote prevention, education, and community actions.

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Summary of SRES 809 (Session 119)

Purpose and Intent

SRES 809 designates specific observances to raise awareness about elder abuse. Specifically:

Designates June 15, 2026, as “World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.”
Designates the month of June 2026 as “Elder Abuse Awareness Month.”

The resolution expresses a commitment to recognizing and addressing elder abuse as a public health and human welfare issue.

Key Provisions

Formal designation of observances:

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15, 2026) to highlight global and national concerns about elder abuse.
Elder Abuse Awareness Month (June 2026) to promote awareness, education, prevention, and support efforts.

Preamble (non-binding) recognizing the importance of protecting older Americans from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Who or What Would Be Affected

The general public, with a particular focus on:

Older adults who may be vulnerable to abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Community organizations, healthcare providers, aging services networks, law enforcement, and policymakers who engage in elder protection efforts.

The resolution serves to encourage awareness campaigns, education, and coordinated actions across state and local levels during the designated time.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

The bill was submitted and considered in the Senate, with unanimous consent:

Passed/agreed to in the Senate by Unanimous Consent without amendment, including a preamble, on July 21, 2026.

Co-sponsors include:

Richard Blumenthal
Chuck Grassley

As a resolution, the measure:

Does not create new mandatory mandates or funding obligations.
Proclaims a symbolic observance intended to encourage awareness and optional activities by organizations and individuals.

Potential Impact

Raises visibility of elder abuse issues at the national level.

Encourages participation by government agencies, non-profits, healthcare providers, and communities in awareness and prevention efforts during the designated day and month.

May influence related advocacy, training, and information-sharing initiatives by aligning them with the commemorative designation.

Note: As a concurrent or Senate-designated resolution, SRES 809 primarily establishes ceremonial observances rather than implementing policy or funding changes.