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Condemning Hate Crimes Against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders

This House Resolution condemns the surge in hate crimes against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic. It urges law enforcement to swiftly and thoroughly investigate these incidents, improve reporting, and hold perpetrators accountable. This aims to enhance safety and justice for these communities.
Key points
Rise in Hate Crimes: A significant increase in attacks and discrimination against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders, including the elderly and youth, has been noted.
Call to Action: Federal, state, and local authorities are urged to more effectively investigate these crimes, improve reporting systems, and prosecute perpetrators.
Community Support: The document highlights the contributions of these communities to American life and condemns all forms of racism and intolerance against them.
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Additional Information
Condemning recent hate crimes committed against Asian-American and Pacific Islanders.
Print number: HRES 153
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2021-02-23