A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

4/11/2022, 12:15 PM

This resolution supports the designation of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and its theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities.

Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a resolution that supports the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the rights of crime victims and to honor those who have been affected by crime.

The resolution recognizes the importance of providing support and resources to crime victims, including access to legal assistance, counseling, and other services. It also acknowledges the need to hold offenders accountable for their actions and to ensure that victims are treated with dignity and respect throughout the criminal justice process.

By designating a specific week to focus on the rights of crime victims, this resolution seeks to promote awareness and education about the challenges faced by victims of crime and to encourage communities to come together to support and empower those who have been affected. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a non-partisan effort to highlight the importance of protecting and advocating for the rights of crime victims, and to promote a national dialogue on how best to support and assist those who have experienced the trauma of crime.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 206

Introduced on
2021-05-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/11/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and its theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities.

Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a resolution that supports the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the rights of crime victims and to honor those who have been affected by crime.

The resolution recognizes the importance of providing support and resources to crime victims, including access to legal assistance, counseling, and other services. It also acknowledges the need to hold offenders accountable for their actions and to ensure that victims are treated with dignity and respect throughout the criminal justice process.

By designating a specific week to focus on the rights of crime victims, this resolution seeks to promote awareness and education about the challenges faced by victims of crime and to encourage communities to come together to support and empower those who have been affected. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a non-partisan effort to highlight the importance of protecting and advocating for the rights of crime victims, and to promote a national dialogue on how best to support and assist those who have experienced the trauma of crime.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Law enforcement administration and funding

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/8/2021

This resolution supports the designation of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and its theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities.


Latest Action5/11/2021
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2460; text: CR S2459)