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HR 353

Recognizing Ohio Child Abuse Prevention Month, April 2026.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Karen Brownlee and 1 co-sponsor

Ohio designates April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise awareness and coordinate state-level prevention efforts and community outreach initiatives.

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Bill Summary · HR 353

Legislative bill overview

HR 353 is a symbolic resolution designating April 2026 as Ohio Child Abuse Prevention Month. The bill recognizes the month through official state acknowledgment and aims to raise awareness about child abuse prevention efforts and resources within Ohio.

Why is this important

Designating a prevention month provides an official platform for organizations, schools, and government agencies to coordinate awareness campaigns, educational initiatives, and community outreach about child abuse prevention. Such designations can increase public attention to prevention resources, reporting mechanisms, and support services for at-risk children and families.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: Critics may argue that naming a month requires no funding or policy changes and thus represents symbolic action without measurable impact on preventing child abuse
  • Limited scope: A single month designation does not address systemic issues like adequacy of child protective services funding, investigator staffing, or foster care capacity
  • Timing and follow-through: Questions may arise about whether awareness during one designated month translates to sustained, year-round commitment and resource allocation to prevention programs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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