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Proposal:A resolution designating October 2019 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 116th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Geographic Scope
National

Description

This resolution designates October 2019 as National Youth Justice Action Month. It acknowledges that the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth arrested for crimes before the age of 18.

Bill Title

A resolution designating October 2019 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2019-10-17: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5902)
  • 2019-10-17: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.