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COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act: Faster Investigations and Support

This act aims to expedite the review of COVID-19 hate crimes. It means law enforcement agencies will have a designated person to quickly handle such cases and will receive guidelines for reporting and public education. This should help in better responding to acts of violence motivated by pandemic-related prejudice.
Key points
Designation of an officer within the Department of Justice solely responsible for expedited review of COVID-19 hate crimes.
Issuance of guidance for state and local law enforcement on online hate crime reporting in multiple languages and public education campaigns.
Development of best practices to mitigate racially discriminatory language in describing the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1843
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Hate Crimes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1843.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of an officer within the Department of Justice solely responsible for expedited review of COVID-19 hate crimes.
  • Issuance of guidance for state and local law enforcement on online hate crime reporting in multiple languages and public education campaigns.
  • Development of best practices to mitigate racially discriminatory language in describing the COVID-19 pandemic.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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