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Congressional Hearing on Sexual Assault and Harassment at Military Academies

Original title: [H.A.S.C. No. 115-41] OVERVIEW OF THE ANNUAL REPORT ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE AT THE MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMIES

January 1, 2018

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing provides oversight on the effectiveness of sexual assault prevention programs at military academies, which directly impacts the safety and professional environment for cadets and midshipmen.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Cadets and Midshipmen

They are subject to the sexual assault prevention policies and training programs implemented at the service academies.

Military Academy Leadership

They are responsible for implementing prevention programs and responding to allegations of sexual assault.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The House held a hearing on May 2, 2017, to review the annual report on sexual harassment and violence at U.S. military service academies. The session included testimony from survivors of sexual assault and leadership from the Naval, Military, and Air Force academies regarding prevention and response efforts.

Key Facts

  • The hearing reviewed the Annual Report on Sexual Harassment and Violence at the Military Service Academies.
  • The report indicated that prevalence rates of sexual assault increased at all three military service academies.
  • Reports of sexual assault decreased at one of the service academies.
  • The subcommittee heard testimony from survivors of sexual assault who attended service academies.
  • Military academies have integrated sexual assault prevention and values-based training into their curricula.
  • The hearing took place on May 2, 2017, in the Rayburn House Office Building.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main finding of the annual report discussed?
The report found that of sexual assault increased at all military service academies, though reports of sexual assault decreased at one academy.
Who testified at the hearing?
The hearing included testimony from survivors of sexual assault, as well as the Superintendents of the Naval, Military, and Air Force academies and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Readiness.

Why It Matters

This hearing provides oversight on the effectiveness of sexual assault prevention programs at military academies, which directly impacts the safety and professional environment for cadets and midshipmen.

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Discoveries

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.

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Divergent Trends in Assault Reporting

The report highlights a discrepancy where prevalence rates increased across all academies, yet reporting decreased at one, suggesting potential challenges in reporting culture.

United States Naval AcademyUnited States Military AcademyUnited States Air Force Academy

Connected Entities

personRobert L. Caslen, Jr.“Superintendent, United States Military Academy”Map →
organizationUnited States Naval Academy“Military service academy subject to the report”Map →
organizationUnited States Military Academy“Military service academy subject to the report”Map →
personMike Coffman“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Military Personnel”Map →
personMichelle D. Johnson“Superintendent, United States Air Force Academy”Map →
organizationUnited States Air Force Academy“Military service academy subject to the report”Map →
personWalter E. Carter, Jr.“Superintendent, United States Naval Academy”Map →
personJackie Speier“Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Military Personnel”Map →

Sources

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