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HI HR130
Resolution
Status
3/24/2021
Primary Sponsor
Kyle Yamashita
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AI Summary
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Condemns all forms of anti-Asian sentiment related to COVID-19 and calls on public officials to denounce anti-Asian sentiment in any form
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Urges federal law enforcement to investigate and document hate crimes and threats against Asian Americans, collect disaggregated data on COVID-19-related hate incidents, and hold perpetrators accountable
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Directs public agencies to prioritize language access, inclusivity in communications, and combat misinformation that puts Asian Americans at risk
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References over 2,800 reports of anti-Asian incidents collected by the "Stop AAPI Hate" center, noting women are 2.5 times more likely to be targeted than men
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Requires copies of the resolution be sent to the President, Congress, U.S. Attorney General, and state governors and legislatures nationwide
Legislative Description
Condemning All Forms Of Anti-asian Sentiment As Related To Covid-19 And Urging Greater Investment In Federal, State, And Local Resources To Develop And Support Communitywide Solutions.
Safety
Last Action
Resolution adopted in final form.
3/24/2021