HRES 895 - National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month

Overview

Bill Number: HRES 895

Title: Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2025, through December 20, 2025, as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month"

Status: Submitted in House

Introduced: November 19, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This House resolution expresses support for designating a period in late 2025 as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month". The resolution aims to:

• Raise awareness about the challenges and needs of individuals who have lost a loved one to homicide
• Honor and support those who have experienced the trauma of losing a family member or friend to violent crime
• Encourage communities to provide resources and services to help survivors of homicide victims cope with their grief and loss

The resolution recognizes the significant emotional, psychological, and financial burdens faced by survivors, and the importance of providing them with compassionate support.

Key Provisions

• Designates the period from November 20, 2025 through December 20, 2025 as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month"
• Encourages the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the designated awareness month and calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities
• Urges federal, state, and local governments, as well as private organizations, to provide resources, services, and support for survivors of homicide victims during the awareness month

Affected Parties and Impacts

• Primary beneficiaries are individuals who have lost a loved one to homicide, providing them with increased recognition, support, and access to resources during the designated awareness month
• Communities and organizations that serve survivors of homicide victims will be encouraged to offer specialized programs, events, and services during the awareness period
• The general public will be encouraged to learn about the challenges faced by survivors and show compassion and support

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

• The resolution has been submitted in the House of Representatives and is currently awaiting committee assignment and consideration
• If passed by the House, the resolution would then need to be approved by the Senate and signed into law by the President for the awareness month designation to take effect
• The proposed timeline for the awareness month is November 20, 2025 through December 20, 2025, allowing for a month-long period of recognition and support