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Condemning Atlanta Shootings and Combating Hate Against Asian Americans

The U.S. Senate condemns the tragic Atlanta shootings of March 2021, which resulted in eight deaths, including six Asian American women. This document reaffirms the government's commitment to combating hate, bigotry, and violence against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, aiming to enhance citizens' safety and sense of belonging.
Key points
The U.S. Senate officially condemns the gun violence in Atlanta and the racism and sexism that led to the targeting of Asian American-owned businesses.
The document honors the victims' memory and offers condolences to their families, acknowledging the long healing process for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
It reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating hate and bigotry 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 199
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2021-04-29