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Supporting Youth Justice Reform and Public Safety Improvement

The Senate supports the designation of October as National Youth Justice Action Month, emphasizing that the juvenile system is better suited for rehabilitation than the adult punitive system. The resolution highlights that prosecuting youth as adults actually decreases public safety and severely limits their future educational and employment opportunities. The goal is to ensure young people receive age-appropriate treatment focused on growth and change.
Key points
Trying youth as adults increases their likelihood of committing future crimes by 34% compared to those kept in the juvenile system.
The Senate acknowledges that adult criminal consequences should not automatically apply to individuals arrested before age 18.
The resolution supports continued implementation of laws aimed at preventing juvenile delinquency and promoting rehabilitation.
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Print number: 118_SRES_440
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2023-10-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2023 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 118_SRES_440.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Trying youth as adults increases their likelihood of committing future crimes by 34% compared to those kept in the juvenile system.
  • The Senate acknowledges that adult criminal consequences should not automatically apply to individuals arrested before age 18.
  • The resolution supports continued implementation of laws aimed at preventing juvenile delinquency and promoting rehabilitation.
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 2025-12-26.

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