This resolution expresses strong support for designating May 5, 2026 , as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls." This designation aims to highlight the severe crisis where American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women experience disproportionately high rates of violence, including sexual violence and homicide, often exceeding national averages. The date of May 5th has historically been recognized in remembrance of victims like Hanna Harris. The resolution urges the public to commemorate the lives of these victims and demonstrate solidarity with their families. Furthermore, it recommends that the Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice commission a new study to provide updated statistics on the crisis, given that the last comprehensive study was published a decade ago. It acknowledges that despite previous legislative and executive actions, significant work remains to effectively address this nationwide issue.