H5350

Children’s Advocacy Center Day

Introduced·3/11/26
Introduced Text

Declares April 1, 2026, as "Children's Advocacy Center Day" in South Carolina to recognize child abuse and neglect.

The bill recognizes the significant problem of child abuse and neglect in South Carolina and declares April 1, 2026, as "Children's Advocacy Center Day." It highlights the work of Children's Advocacy Centers in serving child victims of abuse, including physical abuse, neglect, drug endangerment, commercial sexual exploitation, and psychological maltreatment. The resolution aims to underline the growing problem of child maltreatment and the serious impact it has on South Carolina and the nation.

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History

Mar 17

Senate

Recalled from Committee on Family and Veterans' Services

Mar 17

Senate

Adopted, returned to House with concurrence

Mar 11

House

Introduced, adopted, sent to Senate