IV 
118TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1510 
Expressing support for ‘‘Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 
Ms. HOULAHAN (for herself, Mr. BACON, Ms. BROWNLEY, Ms. SHERRILL, 
Mrs. KIM of California, Ms. PINGREE, and Ms. BUDZINSKI) submitted 
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed 
Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, for a 
period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for 
consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the com-
mittee concerned 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for ‘‘Military Sexual Trauma Awareness 
Day’’. 
Whereas military sexual trauma (hereinafter, ‘‘MST’’) encom-
passes sexual assault or repeated, threatening sexual har-
assment that occurs during military service; 
Whereas MST affects both women and men in the Armed 
Forces, with research indicating that approximately 1 in 
3 women and 1 in 50 men experience MST during service 
as a member, whether active duty, Reserve, or National 
Guard; 
Whereas MST is an experience rather than a diagnosis or 
mental health condition, and can result in significant and 
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long-lasting impacts on survivors, including heightened 
risks of post-traumatic stress disorder (hereinafter, 
‘‘PTSD’’), depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and 
physical health issues, with an increased risk of suicide; 
Whereas MST survivors who identify as members of 
marginalized and minority groups may face additional 
stressors and barriers to engaging in MST-related care 
which may compound the trauma and hinder their access 
to necessary support; 
Whereas MST survivors often encounter feelings of being un-
supported, disrespected, or retraumatized when seeking 
care, which can exacerbate their psychological distress 
and elevate the risk of suicide, highlighting the urgent 
need for reforms to ensure they receive compassionate 
and respectful treatment; 
Whereas MST not only affects the individual but also impacts 
their families, friends, and overall military readiness, as 
the trauma can strain relationships and affect the sur-
vivor’s ability to perform effectively within the military 
setting; 
Whereas there is a critical need to address the stigma associ-
ated with MST and to provide comprehensive support 
that considers the needs of survivors, their families, and 
the broader military community; 
Whereas there is an urgent need for the Armed Forces to in-
tensify efforts to prevent MST by implementing com-
prehensive training programs, promoting a culture of 
zero tolerance, and strengthening reporting and support 
mechanisms to protect all members and ensure a safer 
military environment; and 
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Whereas September 25, 2024, is observed as ‘‘Military Sexual 
Trauma Awareness Day’’: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) expresses support for ‘‘Military Sexual 
Trauma Awareness Day’’; 
(2) affirms its commitment to supporting mili-
tary sexual trauma survivors and acknowledges the 
importance of providing them with the highest qual-
ity care and support; 
(3) acknowledges the profound impact of mili-
tary sexual trauma, commits to breaking the stigma 
surrounding it, and reaffirms its dedication to im-
proving support systems for military sexual trauma 
survivors and their families; 
(4) encourages the Department of Defense and 
Department of Veterans Affairs to continue efforts 
to expand access to military sexual trauma-related 
services, ensuring these services are well-publicized 
and accessible to all veterans; 
(5) promotes transparency and accountability in 
the Department of Defense’s and the Department of 
Veterans Affairs’ handling of military sexual trauma 
cases to build trust and ensure that survivors receive 
the support they need without fear of retaliation or 
discrimination; and 
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(6) underscores its commitment to working with 
the Department of Defense to address root problems 
and causes of military sexual trauma with the goal 
of eradicating it. 
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