Resolution; April; Sexual Assault Awareness Month; Denim Day.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cyndi Munson

Oklahoma proclaims April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and designates April 29, 2026 as Denim Day to raise awareness and support for survivors, without new laws.

Authored by Representative Munson

Overview

Type: House Resolution

Session: 2nd Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature (2026)

Sponsor: Representative Munson (Co-sponsor: Cyndi Munson)

Title: Resolution; April; Sexual Assault Awareness Month; Denim Day

Purpose: Proclaim April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and designate April 29, 2026 as Denim Day in Oklahoma.

Main Purpose and Intent

To raise awareness about sexual violence and its impact on individuals and communities.

To highlight the existence of misconceptions about sexual harassment, abuse, assault, and rape.

To emphasize the importance of education, resources, and community collaboration to support survivors and promote safety, healing, and justice.

Key Provisions and Changes

Proclamation: The Oklahoma House of Representatives proclaims the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Denim Day Designation: The House designates April 29, 2026, as Denim Day and urges everyone to wear jeans on that day.

Educational and Awareness Aim: Expressions of support for ongoing education by organizations such as Peace Over Violence and the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) of Oklahoma City, and for informing the public about the impact of sexual violence.

No New or Enforceable Policies: As a resolution, it does not create new laws or mandatory enforcement mechanisms; it is a formal statement of intent and awareness-raising.

Who/What is Affected

Individuals in Oklahoma: The resolution targets public awareness and education about sexual violence, its prevalence, and impacts.

Communities and Stakeholders: Encourages collaboration among elected officials, faith leaders, educators, businesses, service providers, and community members to support survivors.

Denim Day Observance: Acknowledges and promotes participation in Denim Day on April 29, 2026.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction Date: April 28, 2026 (as introduced).

Official Action: Adoption by the Oklahoma House of Representatives to proclaim April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and designate Denim Day on April 29, 2026.

Scope: A state-level ceremonial resolution; does not specify funding, rule changes, or programmatic mandates.

Context and Rationale (As Stated in Text)

April is recognized nationally by the U.S. government as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Denim Day is observed by organizations including Peace Over Violence and YWCA to draw attention to sexual violence issues.

Statistics cited in the resolution emphasize the prevalence of sexual violence and its broader societal impact, including higher risk among certain groups and ages, and workplace harassment implications.

Bottom Line

HR 1056 is a ceremonial resolution that publicly declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Oklahoma and designates April 29, 2026, as Denim Day. It aims to promote awareness, education, and community collaboration to support survivors and combat misconceptions about sexual violence. It does not establish new laws or require specific programs or funding.

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