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Support for Youth Justice Action Month

The U.S. Senate expresses support for October as National Youth Justice Action Month. The aim is to raise awareness about protecting the constitutional rights of young people and promoting a justice system focused on rehabilitation rather than punishment, positively impacting youth's future and public safety.
Key points
Emphasizes that young people are developmentally different from adults, which should be considered in the legal system.
Supports efforts to remove youth from adult courts and prisons, where they are more vulnerable to violence.
Encourages full implementation of the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 2018 to better support young individuals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_423
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2021-10-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2021 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_423.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizes that young people are developmentally different from adults, which should be considered in the legal system.
  • Supports efforts to remove youth from adult courts and prisons, where they are more vulnerable to violence.
  • Encourages full implementation of the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 2018 to better support young individuals.
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 Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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