Grassley, Klobuchar Lead National Stalking Awareness Month Resolution

WASHINGTON– Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) introduced a resolution designating January as National Stalking Awareness Month. The bipartisan and bicameral resolution seeks to raise awareness of the dangers of stalking and boost prevention efforts. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) and Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) are leading a companion resolution in the House of Representatives.
“Millions of our fellow Americans have suffered the physical and psychological trauma of stalking. I’m glad to join my bipartisan colleagues in raising awareness of this terrible crime and highlighting the essential work of advocates, law enforcement and service workers who support victims and survivors,”Grassley said.
“As a former prosecutor, I have seen firsthand the serious emotional and physical toll stalking can take on victims,”Klobuchar said. “Our bipartisan resolution raises awareness about the dangers of stalking, the need to protect victims, and the resources available to help survivors.”
Read the resolutionHERE.
Background:
Approximately one in three women and one in six men in the U.S. have experienced stalking at some point in their lives. Iowans who suspect they may be a victim of stalking should contact theVictim Assistance Sectionof the Office of the Iowa Attorney General for resources and further assistance.
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