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SR 59

TO RECOGNIZE APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kim Hammer

Arkansas designates April as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month to promote public awareness and coordinate community prevention efforts.

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Bill Summary · SR 59

Legislative bill overview

SR 59 designates April as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Arkansas. The bill was introduced, passed through all three readings, and adopted by the legislature during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Designating a prevention month raises public awareness about child abuse and neglect, potentially encouraging community organizations, schools, and government agencies to coordinate educational campaigns and preventive initiatives. It provides an official platform for advocacy groups to highlight resources, training programs, and support services available to families and mandated reporters.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive impact: Critics may argue that designating a month is largely ceremonial without corresponding funding or policy changes to meaningfully reduce child abuse and neglect
  • Existing awareness efforts: Some may question whether a state resolution duplicates work already conducted by federal observances (April is already the national Child Abuse Prevention Month) or nonprofit organizations
  • Resource allocation: Questions about whether legislative time and attention should prioritize symbolic resolutions over concrete legislative measures that would strengthen child protection systems or increase funding for prevention services

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

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