PROTECTION FROM SEXUAL CRIMES

This Senate Memorial (SM 10) is a non-binding request urging the U.S. government, New Mexico, and Native American tribes to take action on sexual violence. It cites statistics showing children and Native Americans face disproportionate risks of sexual assault, with over 464,000 annual victims in the U.S., and calls for protecting victims and holding perpetrators accountable. The memorial specifically requests collaborative efforts to address reporting barriers, remove unjust statutes of limitations for sexual violence cases, and provide resources for victims. As a memorial - not a bill - it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal appeal to relevant entities.