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Acknowledging Post-9/11 Discrimination and Supporting Affected Communities

This resolution acknowledges that after the September 11, 2001 attacks, Arab, Muslim, Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Sikh communities faced hate and unfair government targeting. It calls for reviewing and dismantling discriminatory government policies and for supporting community organizations that assist victims of hate and state violence. The aim is to protect civil rights and ensure justice for these communities.
Key points
Condemns racism and discrimination, acknowledging that Arab, Muslim, Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Sikh communities were unfairly targeted after 9/11.
Calls for an interagency task force to review and dismantle government policies that profiled and unfairly targeted these communities.
Supports community-based organizations providing assistance to victims of hate crimes and state violence, including mental health and language support.
Requests a study on the impact of hate, government targeting, and political rhetoric on physical and mental health.
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Print number: 118_HRES_671
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Process start date: 2023-09-08