Joint Resolution Recognizing April 2026 As Child Abuse Prevention Month
This joint resolution designates April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Maine to raise public awareness about the issue. It emphasizes that preventing child abuse requires a collaborative effort involving government agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations. The bill also highlights how access to financial resources, stable housing, and quality education supports healthy child development.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 9, 2026
Last action Apr 13, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Apr 13, 2026
Upper · Passed
READ and ADOPTED, in concurrence.
upper
Apr 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
READ and ADOPTED.
lower
1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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