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Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1190| House 
| Updated: 4/20/2026
Jim Costa

Jim Costa

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (12)
Shomari Figures (Democratic)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Josh Riley (Democratic)James C. Moylan (Republican)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Tracey Mann (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for designating April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week." It aims to recognize the profound impact of crime on victims and survivors, acknowledging the long-standing annual observance and appreciating the efforts of thousands of victim assistance organizations. The resolution highlights the numerous laws and constitutional amendments that define and protect victims' rights, including fairness, safety, and timely notice of proceedings. Emphasizing the 2026 theme, "CommUNITY," it encourages Congress to continue passing laws and supporting programs that reflect the voices and choices of crime survivors. Ultimately, the resolution calls upon everyone nationwide to commit to ensuring that crime victims' rights and services are not only commemorated annually but also practiced daily.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-936
Supporting the designation of April 19-25, 2020, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1055
Supporting the designation of April 24 through April 30, 2022, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1168
Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-330
Supporting the designation of the week of April 23 through April 29, 2023, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-313
Supporting the designation of April 18-24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
Apr 20, 2026
Submitted in House
Apr 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-936
    Supporting the designation of April 19-25, 2020, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1055
    Supporting the designation of April 24 through April 30, 2022, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1168
    Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-330
    Supporting the designation of the week of April 23 through April 29, 2023, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-313
    Supporting the designation of April 18-24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.


  • April 20, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • April 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1190| House 
| Updated: 4/20/2026
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for designating April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week." It aims to recognize the profound impact of crime on victims and survivors, acknowledging the long-standing annual observance and appreciating the efforts of thousands of victim assistance organizations. The resolution highlights the numerous laws and constitutional amendments that define and protect victims' rights, including fairness, safety, and timely notice of proceedings. Emphasizing the 2026 theme, "CommUNITY," it encourages Congress to continue passing laws and supporting programs that reflect the voices and choices of crime survivors. Ultimately, the resolution calls upon everyone nationwide to commit to ensuring that crime victims' rights and services are not only commemorated annually but also practiced daily.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-936
Supporting the designation of April 19-25, 2020, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1055
Supporting the designation of April 24 through April 30, 2022, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1168
Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-330
Supporting the designation of the week of April 23 through April 29, 2023, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-313
Supporting the designation of April 18-24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
Apr 20, 2026
Submitted in House
Apr 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-936
    Supporting the designation of April 19-25, 2020, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1055
    Supporting the designation of April 24 through April 30, 2022, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1168
    Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-330
    Supporting the designation of the week of April 23 through April 29, 2023, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-313
    Supporting the designation of April 18-24, 2021, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.


  • April 20, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • April 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jim Costa

Jim Costa

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (12)
Shomari Figures (Democratic)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Josh Riley (Democratic)James C. Moylan (Republican)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Tracey Mann (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted