HRES Bill 630 Recognizing August 1, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-07-27

Bill 118 HRES 630, also known as the National Night Out Recognition Act, aims to officially recognize August 1st as National Night Out. This annual event brings together communities across the United States to promote public safety and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the public. The bill highlights the importance of National Night Out as a way for Americans to come together in a positive and proactive manner to address issues of crime and safety in their neighborhoods. By recognizing this day at a national level, the hope is to encourage more communities to participate in this event and continue to build trust and cooperation between residents and law enforcement. National Night Out typically involves neighborhood block parties, cookouts, parades, and other community events that allow residents to interact with local law enforcement officers and first responders. These events provide an opportunity for residents to voice their concerns, ask questions, and work together to create safer and more secure communities. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 630 seeks to highlight the importance of National Night Out as a way for Americans to unite and promote public safety in their communities. By officially recognizing this day at a national level, the hope is to encourage more participation and engagement in this important event.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Alternative Names

Recognizing August 1, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Recognizing August 1, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Committees and Subcommittees

Judiciary Committee

Variations and Revisions

Judiciary

Recognizing August 1, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution encourages law enforcement departments to use the National Night Out as an opportunity to improve relationships with the communities they serve.

Bill 118 HRES 630, also known as the National Night Out Recognition Act, aims to officially recognize August 1st as National Night Out. This annual event brings together communities across the United States to promote public safety and strengthen rel...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 630

Introduced on
2023-07-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/27/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution encourages law enforcement departments to use the National Night Out as an opportunity to improve relationships with the communities they serve.

Bill 118 HRES 630, also known as the National Night Out Recognition Act, aims to officially recognize August 1st as National Night Out. This annual event brings together communities across the United States to promote public safety and strengthen rel...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing August 1, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/18/2024

This resolution encourages law enforcement departments to use the National Night Out as an opportunity to improve relationships with the communities they serve.


Latest Action7/27/2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.