S.Res.200 - Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2025, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 200 expresses support for designating May 5, 2025, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. The resolution acknowledges the disproportionately high rates of violence experienced by American Indian and Alaska Native women. It highlights the need for increased awareness, resources, and improved data collection to address this crisis.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to raise public awareness and encourage action to address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. It also calls for a new study by the Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice to update statistics on this issue. The designation serves as a symbolic gesture of support and a call to action for further efforts to combat this crisis.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
- Potential for increased resources and funding to address the crisis.
- Improved data collection and reporting on cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
- Strengthened partnerships between tribal, state, and federal agencies to address the issue.
- Increased support for the families of victims.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is largely symbolic and may not result in concrete action.
- Lack of guaranteed funding or resources to support the goals of the resolution.
- Potential for the resolution to be used for political purposes without addressing the underlying issues.
- The resolution does not address the root causes of violence against Indigenous women and girls.
- Limited impact on the immediate safety and well-being of Indigenous women and girls.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it seeks to address a significant social problem affecting a specific population. While the Constitution does not explicitly address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, the federal government has a trust responsibility to protect tribal communities. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).