Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 1190
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-20: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Last Updated
- 2026-04-22T15:34:31Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 1190) expresses support for designating April 19 through April 25, 2026, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. It highlights the impacts of crime on victims, survivors, and communities, and promotes awareness of victims' rights and services.
Key Provisions
- Preamble context: Recognizes the devastating effects of crime; notes the history of the observance since 1981 under President Reagan; mentions over 12,000 assisting organizations and more than 32,000 laws (including 33 state constitutional amendments) protecting victims; lists core victims' rights such as fair treatment, safety, notice of proceedings, input on legal decisions, presence at hearings, timely processes, and access to information/services.
- 2026 theme: "CommUNITY," focusing on connections among victims, survivors, supporters, and communities to improve services and rights enforcement.
- Resolved actions:
- Strongly supports the week's goals and theme.
- Appreciates victim assistance organizations at all government levels (local, state, Tribal, national, federal).
- Encourages Congress to enact laws and programs reflecting survivors' needs.
- Urges nationwide daily commitment to upholding victims' rights and services.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- None. This is a non-binding resolution that does not create, amend, or repeal any laws. It reaffirms support for existing frameworks like the Victims of Crime Act, Crime Victims' Rights Act, and Violence Against Women Act.
Potential Impacts
- Symbolic and awareness-raising: Encourages public and governmental recognition of victims' rights, potentially increasing support for related programs and services.
- No direct fiscal or regulatory effects: Does not allocate funds or mandate actions; impacts are primarily educational and motivational.
- Minimal on government agencies or international relations: May indirectly bolster victim services at federal, state, Tribal, and local levels but imposes no new obligations.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Crime victims and survivors: Primary focus, emphasizing their rights and needs.
- Assistance organizations: Over 12,000 groups providing support, recognized for their efforts.
- Government entities: Congress, state/local/Tribal/federal agencies involved in victim services and justice.
- Communities: Affected by crime's broader impacts, encouraged to foster connections and daily rights observance.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Reinforces but does not alter victims' rights under federal and state laws; highlights bipartisan sponsorship (from both parties) referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
- Constitutional: None; aligns with Congress's power to express policy positions via resolutions.
- Political: Demonstrates congressional commitment to victim advocacy, potentially influencing future legislation on crime victim support without partisan bias.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (14)
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6], Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6], Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19], Rep. Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2], Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large], Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5], Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8], Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2], Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1], Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5], Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7], Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16], Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1], Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-20: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2026-04-20: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims’ Rights Week". — issued 2026-04-20 — PDF (3 pages)