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Condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the House of Representative’s commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.

3/8/2023, 8:11 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 275

Bill 117 H.Res. 275, titled "Condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the House of Representative’s commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress in response to the tragic events that occurred in Atlanta on March 16, 2021.

The resolution condemns the shootings that took place in Atlanta, where eight people, including six Asian women, were killed in a series of attacks at three different spas. The resolution expresses deep sorrow and sympathy for the victims and their families, and acknowledges the pain and fear that the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community has experienced as a result of this violence.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community. It emphasizes the importance of standing against discrimination and violence directed towards any group based on their race, ethnicity, or background. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 275 serves as a formal statement of condemnation and solidarity with the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community in the wake of the tragic events in Atlanta. It highlights the need for continued efforts to combat hate and violence against marginalized communities and reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to promoting inclusivity and equality for all.

Congressional Summary of HRES 275

This resolution condemns the acts of gun violence that led to the tragic loss of eight lives in Georgia on March 16, 2021.

Current Status of Bill HRES 275

Bill HRES 275 is currently in the status of Passed in House since May 19, 2021. Bill HRES 275 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 26, 2021.  Bill HRES 275's most recent activity was CHAIR ANNOUNCEMENT - The Chair announced a correction to Roll Call number 149 the yeas were 245 and the nays were 180. as of May 19, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 275

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
298
Democrat Cosponsors
298
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 275

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- Congressional tributes
- Crime prevention
- Crime victims
- Firearms and explosives
- Georgia
- Hate crimes
- Racial and ethnic relations
- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
- Violent crime

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 275

Condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the House of Representative’s commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.
Condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the House of Representative’s commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.
Condemning the horrific shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 16, 2021, and reaffirming the House of Representative's commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.

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