Hate Crimes

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Disarm Hate Act [HB-2708] [Firearms/Gun Control ] [Crime ] [Public Safety ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Criminal Justice ] [Law Enforcement ]
The bill expands the categories of persons who are prohibited from receiving or possessing a firearm. Specifically, it prohibits firearm sale or transfer to and receipt, possession, shipment, or transport by a person (1) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime, or (2) who has received an enhanced hate crime misdemeanor sentence.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, And Homeland Security Discharged. on 09/10/2019

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Disarm Hate Act [S.1462] [Firearms/Gun Control ] [Crime ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Public Safety ]
The bill expands the categories of persons who are prohibited from receiving or possessing a firearm. Specifically, it prohibits firearm sale or transfer to and receipt, possession, shipment, or transport by a person (1) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime, or (2) who has received an enhanced hate crime misdemeanor sentence.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/14/2019

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Condemning the horrific anti-Semitic attack on the Chabad of Poway Synagogue near San Diego, California, on April 27, 2019. [HR-364] [Crime ] [Human Rights ] [Public Safety ] [Religion ]
This resolution condemns the attack on the Chabad of Poway Synagogue near San Diego, California, on April 27, 2019. It honors the memory of Lori Gilbert Kaye, who was killed. It expresses hope for recovery of the three individuals who were injured.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Quigley Introduced In House on 05/09/2019

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Condemning White Supremacist Terrorism and the Anti-immigrant Rhetoric that Inspires It Resolution [HR-299] [Immigration ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ]
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that immigration makes the United States stronger and that the House is committed to keeping the United States open to those lawfully seeking refuge and asylum from violence and oppression, regardless of their race, faith, or country of origin. The resolution rejects white supremacist ideology and condemns political leaders who legitimize it.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 05/03/2019

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Stop HATE Act of 2019 Stop Harmful and Abusive Telecommunications Expression Act of 2019 [HB-1934] [Telecommunications ] [Crime ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ] [Public Safety ] [Law Enforcement ]
Requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to report on and make recommendations to address the role of telecommunications in violent acts and hate crimes against individuals or groups on the basis of race, gender and gender identity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, color, or national origin.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Communications And Technology. on 03/28/2019

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Stop HATE Act of 2019 Stop Harmful and Abusive Telecommunications Expression Act of 2019 [S.917] [Telecommunications ] [Crime ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ] [Public Safety ] [Law Enforcement ]
Requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to report on and make recommendations to address the role of telecommunications in violent acts and hate crimes against individuals or groups on the basis of race, gender and gender identity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, color, or national origin.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. on 03/27/2019

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A resolution condemning the March 15, 2019, terrorist attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, offering sincere condolences to all of the victims and their families, and expressing and standing in solidarity with the people and Government of New Zealand. [SR-124] [Human Rights ] [International ] [National Security ] [Religion ]
This resolution condemns the March 15, 2019, terrorist attacks on the Al Noor and Linwood mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, and expresses condolences to the victims and their families. It also calls on the U.S. government to redouble efforts to combat the spread of white supremacist terrorism.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward J. Markey Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 03/28/2019

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Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2019 [S.894] [Crime ] [National Security ] [Public Safety ]
Authorizes domestic terrorism offices in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and requires specified steps to prevent and report on domestic terrorism. The bill also authorizes a Domestic Terrorism Executive Committee, which shall coordinate with key public safety officials to promote information sharing and ensure an effective joint effort to combat domestic terrorism. The joint terrorism task forces of the FBI and state, local, and regional fusion centers shall (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/27/2019

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Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2019 [HB-1931] [Crime ] [National Security ] [Public Safety ]
Authorizes domestic terrorism offices in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and requires specified steps to prevent and report on domestic terrorism. The bill also authorizes a Domestic Terrorism Executive Committee, which shall coordinate with key public safety officials to promote information sharing and ensure an effective joint effort to combat domestic terrorism. The joint terrorism task forces of the FBI and state, local, and regional fusion centers shall (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, And Homeland Security. on 05/03/2019

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Recognizing people of African descent and Black Europeans. [HR-256] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ] [International ]
This resolution encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements of people of African descent and reaffirms the importance of their equal participation in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. The resolution recognizes that many black Europeans have experienced injustices in the public and private sector and welcomes European efforts to promote racial equality and combat discrimination. The resolution urges the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to support efforts to (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, Energy And The Environment. on 04/02/2019

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International Human Rights Defense Act of 2019 [HB-1857] [Human Rights ] [International ]
Establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTI people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of LGBTI people. The special envoy shall periodically provide Congress with a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTI people. The State Department and (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney Introduced In House on 03/25/2019

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International Human Rights Defense Act of 2019 [S.861] [Human Rights ] [International ]
Establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTI people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of LGBTI people. The special envoy shall periodically provide Congress with a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTI people. The State Department and (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/25/2019

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Condemning anti-Semitism as hateful expressions of intolerance that are contradictory to the values and aspirations that define the people of the United States and condemning anti-Muslim discrimination and bigotry against minorities as hateful expressions of intolerance that are contrary to the values and aspirations of the United States. [HR-183] [Human Rights ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Religion ] [Law Enforcement ] [Public Safety ]
This resolution rejects the perpetuation of anti-Semitic stereotypes in the United States and around the world, and condemns anti-Semitic acts and statements. The resolution reaffirms support for the mandate of the United States Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism. Additionally, the resolution rejects attempts to justify hatred or violent attacks over political frustrations. Law enforcement is encouraged to avoid conduct that raises the specter of unconstitutional profiling against anyone because of their race, religion, nationality, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Jamie Raskin Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution, Civil Rights, And Civil Justice. on 03/25/2019

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Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Elaine massacre. [HR-150] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ]
This resolution honors the lives and legacies of the unknown number of African Americans who were murdered in Phillips County, Arkansas, 100 years ago.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Bruce Westerman Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution, Civil Rights, And Civil Justice. on 03/25/2019

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Justice for Victims of Lynching Act of 2019 [S.488] [Crime ] [Criminal Justice ] [Human Rights ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Public Safety ]
Establishes a new criminal civil rights violation for lynching. Specifically, a person who conspires to commit certain civil rights offenses (e.g., a hate crime act) is subject to criminal penalties.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, And Homeland Security. on 03/22/2019

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Rejecting anti-Israel and anti-Semitic hatred in the United States and around the world. [HR-72] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Religion ]
This resolution rejects anti-Israel and anti-Semitic hatred in the United States and around the world.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney Introduced In House on 01/23/2019

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Condemning all forms of anti-Semitism. [HR-47] [Human Rights ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Religion ] [Law Enforcement ] [Public Safety ]
This resolution condemns all forms of anti-Semitism and calls on federal law enforcement officials, working with state and local officials, to expeditiously investigate all credible reports of hate crimes, incidents, and threats against the Jewish community. This resolution also condemns all expressions of racism and ethnic or religious intolerance.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney Introduced In House on 01/16/2019

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Rejecting White nationalism and White supremacy. [HR-41] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ]
This resolution rejects white nationalism and white supremacy as hateful expressions of intolerance that are contradictory to the values that define the people of the United States.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Karen Bass Mr. Nadler Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 01/15/2019

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North American Wetlands Conservation Extension Act [HB-925] [Environmental ] [Public Lands and National Parks ] [Animals ] [Water ] [Funding ] [Grants ]
Reauthorizes the North American Wetlands Conservation Act through FY2024.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Johnson On Motion To Concur In The Senate Amendments With An Amendment Agreed To By The Yeas And Nays: 214 - 207 (roll No. 214). (text: Cr H5202-5417) on 10/01/2020

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CAMPUS HATE Crimes Act Creating Accountability Measures Protecting University Students Historically Abused, Threatened, and Exposed to Crimes Act [HB-761] [Crime ] [Education ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Public Safety ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ] [Cybersecurity ]
Establishes measures to hold institutions of higher education accountable for hate crimes that occur on their campuses, including by conditioning the receipt of certain federal funding on an institution's implementation of a program to prevent and respond to such crimes. The Department of Education may award grants to support such programs.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Quigley Introduced In House on 01/24/2019

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