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That the Senate designates September 2026 as National Child Awareness Month — (1) to promote awareness of— (A) charities that benefit children; and (B) youth-serving organizations throughout the United States; (2) to recognize the efforts made by the charities and organizations described in paragraph (1) on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States; and (3) to recognize the importance of meeting the needs of children and youth, including children and youth who— (A) have experienced homelessness; (B) are in the foster care system; (C) have been victims, or are at risk of becoming victims, of child sex trafficking; (D) have been impacted by violence; (E) have experienced trauma; (F) have serious physical and mental health needs; (G) benefit from access to arts and cultural opportunities that foster creativity and self-expression; and (H) require educational development initiatives that address learning gaps and promote academic success.