The House concurrent resolution No. R-282 recognizes April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Vermont and honors Prevent Child Abuse Vermont (PCAVT) for its 50 years of dedicated service and leadership in combating child abuse. The resolution highlights the serious societal issue of child abuse, referencing the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) of 1974, which aimed to address this problem through federal support and coordination. It notes the significant impact of PCAVT, which has served thousands of adults and children and has played a crucial role in reducing child abuse through community engagement and education.

In addition to acknowledging the historical context of child abuse prevention efforts, the resolution emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about this issue, as demonstrated by the annual proclamations from U.S. Presidents since 1983. The resolution culminates in a formal recognition of April 2026 as a month dedicated to preventing child abuse and celebrates PCAVT's ongoing commitment to this vital cause. The Secretary of State is tasked with sending a copy of the resolution to PCAVT to commemorate their milestone anniversary.