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.

Bill 117 sres 199 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 during 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 investigate and prosecute hate crimes targeting the AAPI community, and calls on all Americans to reject hate and violence in all forms. Overall, Bill 117 sres 199 is a bipartisan effort to address the alarming increase in hate crimes against the AAPI community and to reaffirm the Senate's commitment to promoting equality, justice, and respect for all individuals.