Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2022, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".

12/30/2022, 12:18 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1094

Bill 117 H.Res. 1094, titled "Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2022, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to bring attention to the issue of missing and murdered Native women and girls in the United States.

The resolution recognizes that Native women and girls are disproportionately affected by violence, with rates of murder and disappearance significantly higher than the national average. It also acknowledges the historical and ongoing trauma experienced by Native communities as a result of this violence.

By designating May 5, 2022, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls, the resolution aims to raise awareness about this issue and honor the lives of those who have been lost. It calls on the federal government, tribal governments, and other stakeholders to take action to address the root causes of violence against Native women and girls and to provide support for victims and their families. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1094 is a non-partisan effort to bring attention to a pressing issue affecting Native communities in the United States and to advocate for solutions to prevent further violence and ensure justice for those who have been impacted.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1094

This resolution expresses support for the designation of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1094

Bill HRES 1094 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 6, 2022. Bill HRES 1094 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 6, 2022.  Bill HRES 1094's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of May 6, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1094

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
32
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1094

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1094

Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2022, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2022, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".
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