Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 99, also known as the Honoring Wadee Alfayoumi Resolution, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to recognize and honor the memory of Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy who was tragically murdered in the state of Illinois. Wadee was targeted and killed in a hate crime due to his Palestinian-Muslim identity.
The resolution aims to condemn the senseless act of violence that took the life of Wadee Alfayoumi and to express solidarity with his family and the Palestinian-American community. It calls for justice to be served and for efforts to be made to combat hate crimes and discrimination against individuals based on their ethnicity, religion, or cultural background.
The legislation highlights the importance of promoting tolerance, understanding, and acceptance in our society, and emphasizes the need to stand up against bigotry and prejudice. It serves as a reminder of the devastating impact that hate crimes can have on individuals and communities, and the urgent need for action to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 99 seeks to honor the memory of Wadee Alfayoumi, condemn hate crimes, and promote unity and inclusivity in our society.