Condemning the horrific shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, honoring the memory of the victims of the attacks, expressing condolences and support to all those impacted by these tragedies, and reaffirming the House of Representative's commitment to supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution condemns the shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, and reaffirms the commitment of the federal government to combat gun violence and violence targeting Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and other communities of color.

Bill 118 HRES 200, titled "Condemning the horrific shootings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay, California," is a resolution introduced in the US House of Representatives. The resolution aims to denounce the tragic shootings that took place in Monterey Park on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay on January 23, 2023. The resolution honors the memory of the victims of these attacks and expresses condolences and support to all those affected by these senseless acts of violence.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the House of Representative's commitment to supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community, which has been disproportionately impacted by hate crimes and discrimination in recent years. The resolution emphasizes the importance of standing in solidarity with the AAPI community and working towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 200 serves as a powerful statement against hate and violence, while also highlighting the need for unity and support for marginalized communities. It underscores the importance of condemning acts of violence and discrimination, and reaffirms the House of Representative's dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our society.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 200

Introduced on
2023-03-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/7/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns the shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, and reaffirms the commitment of the federal government to combat gun violence and violence targeting Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and other communities of color.

Bill 118 HRES 200, titled "Condemning the horrific shootings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay, California," is a resolution introduced in the US House of Representatives. The resolution aims to denounce the tragic shootings that took place in Monterey Park on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay on January 23, 2023. The resolution honors the memory of the victims of these attacks and expresses condolences and support to all those affected by these senseless acts of violence.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the House of Representative's commitment to supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community, which has been disproportionately impacted by hate crimes and discrimination in recent years. The resolution emphasizes the importance of standing in solidarity with the AAPI community and working towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 200 serves as a powerful statement against hate and violence, while also highlighting the need for unity and support for marginalized communities. It underscores the importance of condemning acts of violence and discrimination, and reaffirms the House of Representative's dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our society.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCondemning the horrific shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, honoring the memory of the victims of the attacks, expressing condolences and support to all those impacted by these tragedies, and reaffirming the House of Representative's commitment to supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
California•
Congressional tributes•
Crime victims•
Firearms and explosives•
First responders and emergency personnel•
Health personnel•
Law enforcement officers•
Racial and ethnic relations•
Violent crime

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Latest Summary5/3/2023

This resolution condemns the shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, and reaffirms the commitment of the federal government to combat gun violence and viole...


Latest Action3/7/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.