A resolution urging the development of a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the United States.

12/29/2022, 5:03 PM

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should work with Congress to develop and execute a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the country by reinforcing strong criminal justice policies, by laying blame on the perpetrators of violent acts, and by securing the southern border.

Bill 117 SRES 636 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that urges the development of a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the United States. The resolution highlights the alarming increase in violent crime rates in many cities and communities, and calls for a comprehensive approach to address this issue.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, as well as community organizations and stakeholders, in developing and implementing effective strategies to combat violent crime. It also stresses the need for data-driven and evidence-based approaches to identify and target the root causes of violence.

Additionally, Bill 117 SRES 636 calls for increased resources and support for law enforcement agencies, as well as for programs and initiatives aimed at preventing violence and promoting community safety. The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing underlying social and economic factors that contribute to violence, such as poverty, lack of access to education and job opportunities, and systemic inequalities. Overall, Bill 117 SRES 636 underscores the urgent need for a coordinated and comprehensive strategy to address the rise in violent crime across the United States, and calls on policymakers and stakeholders at all levels to work together to ensure the safety and well-being of all communities.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 636

Introduced on
2022-05-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/16/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should work with Congress to develop and execute a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the country by reinforcing strong criminal justice policies, by laying blame on the perpetrators of violent acts, and by securing the southern border.

Bill 117 SRES 636 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that urges the development of a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the United States. The resolution highlights the alarming increase in violent crime rates in many cities and communities, and calls for a comprehensive approach to address this issue.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, as well as community organizations and stakeholders, in developing and implementing effective strategies to combat violent crime. It also stresses the need for data-driven and evidence-based approaches to identify and target the root causes of violence.

Additionally, Bill 117 SRES 636 calls for increased resources and support for law enforcement agencies, as well as for programs and initiatives aimed at preventing violence and promoting community safety. The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing underlying social and economic factors that contribute to violence, such as poverty, lack of access to education and job opportunities, and systemic inequalities. Overall, Bill 117 SRES 636 underscores the urgent need for a coordinated and comprehensive strategy to address the rise in violent crime across the United States, and calls on policymakers and stakeholders at all levels to work together to ensure the safety and well-being of all communities.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution urging the development of a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the United States.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

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Latest Summary10/18/2022

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should work with Congress to develop and execute a strategy to counter the rise in violent crime across the country by reinforcing strong criminal justice policies, by laying bl...


Latest Action5/16/2022
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2522-2523)