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A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

4/11/2022, 12:15 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 206

Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a resolution that supports the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the rights of crime victims and to honor those who have been affected by crime.

The resolution recognizes the importance of providing support and resources to crime victims, including access to legal assistance, counseling, and other services. It also acknowledges the need to hold offenders accountable for their actions and to ensure that victims are treated with dignity and respect throughout the criminal justice process.

By designating a specific week to focus on the rights of crime victims, this resolution seeks to promote awareness and education about the challenges faced by victims of crime and to encourage communities to come together to support and empower those who have been affected. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 206 is a non-partisan effort to highlight the importance of protecting and advocating for the rights of crime victims, and to promote a national dialogue on how best to support and assist those who have experienced the trauma of crime.

Congressional Summary of SRES 206

This resolution supports the designation of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and its theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities.

Current Status of Bill SRES 206

Bill SRES 206 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2021. Bill SRES 206 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2021.  Bill SRES 206's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2460; text: CR S2459) as of May 11, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 206

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 206

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Community life and organization
- Congressional tributes
- Crime victims
- Law enforcement administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 206

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 18 through April 24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

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