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OH SCR5
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/23/2021
Primary Sponsor
Tina Maharath
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AI Summary
- Denounces all forms of stigmatization, racism, and discrimination occurring as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Recognizes that people of Asian descent are especially vulnerable to COVID-19-related stigma, while affirming that virus transmission is not connected to race or ethnicity
- Acknowledges that stigma can result in social avoidance, denial of health care/education/housing/employment, and physical violence, and can discourage people from seeking health care and adopting healthy behaviors
- Establishes that members of the 134th General Assembly have a responsibility to speak out against stigma, particularly those in positions of power and influence
- Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to Ohio news media
Legislative Description
Denounce racism and discrimination from COVID-19 pandemic
State and Local Government : Public Officials and Employees
Last Action
Refer to Committee: Health
3/24/2021
Committee Referrals
Health3/24/2021
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