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Condemning Atlanta Shootings and Combating Anti-Asian Hate

The U.S. Senate condemns the tragic Atlanta shootings of March 16, 2021, which affected the Asian-American community. This resolution reaffirms the government's commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence, aiming to enhance the safety and sense of belonging for Asian-American and Pacific Islander citizens. It emphasizes solidarity and support for victims and their families, and the pursuit of preventing similar tragedies in the future.
Key points
The Senate condemns the acts of gun violence that led to the tragic loss of 8 lives in Georgia, including 6 women of Asian descent.
The resolution expresses solidarity with the victims and their families, acknowledging the long healing process for the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.
The U.S. Federal Government reaffirms its commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to prevent future tragedies.
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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.
Print number: SRES 140
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2021-03-25