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Condemnation of Police Brutality and Call for Global Reforms

This House Resolution condemns police brutality worldwide and urges the U.S. government to take steps to eliminate it, both domestically and internationally. Citizens can expect the U.S. government to push for greater accountability of security forces and a reduction in police militarization, which could impact their safety and rights.
Key points
The House of Representatives condemns police brutality globally and supports peaceful protests demanding justice.
The resolution highlights that police brutality disproportionately affects vulnerable groups, including minorities and the LGBTQIA+ community.
It calls on the U.S. government to stop selling arms and police equipment to countries with human rights violations and to end police militarization.
It suggests reallocating funds to peacebuilding, job training, and mental health programs.
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Print number: 118_HRES_354
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Process start date: 2023-05-02