A resolution condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.
3/8/2023, 8:26 PMSummary of Bill SRES 140
Bill 117 sres 140 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate in response to the tragic shootings that occurred in Atlanta, Georgia on March 16, 2021. The resolution condemns the horrific acts of violence that took the lives of eight individuals, including six Asian-American women. It reaffirms the Senate's commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.The resolution acknowledges the rise in hate crimes and discrimination against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It calls for unity and solidarity in standing against racism and xenophobia, and emphasizes the importance of promoting inclusivity and diversity in our society.
Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the contributions and achievements of the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community to the United States, and calls for continued efforts to address systemic racism and discrimination. It urges law enforcement agencies to prioritize the investigation and prosecution of hate crimes, and calls on all Americans to reject violence and discrimination in any form. Overall, Bill 117 sres 140 is a powerful statement of support for the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community, and a reminder of the importance of standing together against hate and bigotry.
Congressional Summary of SRES 140
This resolution condemns the acts of gun violence that led to the tragic loss of eight lives in Georgia on March 16, 2021.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 140
Bill SRES 140 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2021. Bill SRES 140 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 25, 2021. Bill SRES 140's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1834) as of March 25, 2021Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 140
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
68Democrat Cosponsors
66Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 140
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
AsiaCongressional tributesCrime preventionCrime victimsFirearms and explosivesGeorgiaHate crimesRacial and ethnic relationsSex, gender, sexual orientation discriminationViolent crimeAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 140
A resolution condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.A resolution condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.Comments
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