Klobuchar, Grassley Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating January as National Stalking Awareness Month

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) introduced their bipartisan resolution designating January as National Stalking Awareness Month. The resolution raises awareness of the dangers of stalking and highlights the need for law enforcement to prevent this predatory behavior. Approximately 1 in 3 women in the U.S. have experienced stalking at some point in their lives. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI) lead a companion resolution in the House of Representatives.

"As a former prosecutor, I have seen firsthand the serious emotional and physical toll stalking can take on victims," said Klobuchar. "Our bipartisan resolution raises awareness about the dangers of stalking, the need to protect victims, and the resources available to help survivors."

"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.

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