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HRES 879

Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2023, through December 20, 2023, as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month".

118th Congress Introduced by Jamaal Bowman and 9 co-sponsors

HRES 879 - National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month OverviewBill Number: HRES 879 Title: Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2023, through Decembe

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Bill Summary · HRES 879

HRES 879 - National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month

Overview

Bill Number: HRES 879
Title: Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2023, through December 20, 2023, as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month".
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: November 17, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This House resolution expresses support for designating a period of one month, from November 20, 2023 through December 20, 2023, as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month". The resolution aims to:

  • Raise awareness about the impact of homicide on surviving family members and loved ones.
  • Recognize the challenges and trauma experienced by survivors of homicide victims.
  • Encourage support, resources, and services for these survivors to aid in their healing process.
  • Promote community-based efforts to provide assistance and honor those who have lost their lives to homicide.

Key Provisions

The resolution calls for the following:

  • Designating the period from November 20, 2023 through December 20, 2023 as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month".
  • Encouraging the President to issue a proclamation recognizing this observance and calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.
  • Urging federal, state, and local governments, as well as private organizations, to provide resources, services, and support for survivors of homicide victims during this designated month.

Affected Parties and Impacts

This resolution would primarily impact:

  • Survivors of homicide victims, including family members, friends, and loved ones of those who have lost their lives to homicide.
  • Organizations and communities that provide support, resources, and services to survivors of homicide victims.
  • The general public, by raising awareness and promoting understanding of the challenges faced by survivors of homicide victims.

The designation of a national awareness month could lead to increased funding, programming, and community-based efforts to support this vulnerable population and honor those who have been lost to homicide.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed by the House, it would then need to be approved by the Senate and signed into law by the President to take effect.

The proposed timeline for the observance of "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month" is November 20, 2023 through December 20, 2023. This timing is intended to coincide with the holiday season, when

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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