A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

10/3/2024, 4:35 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 871

Bill 118 SRES 871 is a resolution that expresses support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month". The purpose of this resolution is to bring attention to the issues facing young people in the criminal justice system and to encourage action to address these issues.

The resolution highlights the importance of ensuring that young people are treated fairly and justly within the criminal justice system. It emphasizes the need for policies and programs that support the rehabilitation and reintegration of young people who have been involved in the justice system.

The resolution also recognizes the importance of empowering young people to advocate for themselves and to be actively involved in efforts to improve the criminal justice system. It calls on government officials, community leaders, and organizations to work together to support and uplift young people who have been impacted by the justice system. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 871 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the challenges facing young people in the criminal justice system and to promote positive change. It encourages individuals and organizations to take action during the designated month of October 2024 to support youth justice reform efforts.

Congressional Summary of SRES 871

This resolution expresses support for the designation of October 2024 as National Youth Justice Action Month. It also acknowledges that the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth who are arrested for crimes before the age of 18.

Additionally, the resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974.

Current Status of Bill SRES 871

Bill SRES 871 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill SRES 871 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2024.  Bill SRES 871's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6455) as of September 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 871

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 871

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 871

A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".
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