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National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls

This House Resolution supports designating December 16, 2024, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls. It aims to highlight the disproportionately high number of missing and murdered Black women and girls in the U.S. and encourage better coordination and support for families. Citizens can expect increased public awareness and potentially improved resources to address this issue.
Key points
Designation of December 16 as a day to honor and raise awareness about the crisis of missing and murdered Black women and girls.
Call for public release of up-to-date statistics on this issue.
Encouragement for better collaboration between agencies and support for organizations assisting victims and their families.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1593
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of December 16, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1593.

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 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of December 16 as a day to honor and raise awareness about the crisis of missing and murdered Black women and girls.
  • Call for public release of up-to-date statistics on this issue.
  • Encouragement for better collaboration between agencies and support for organizations assisting victims and their families.
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. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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