HRES 519
Recognizing that the United States has a moral obligation to meet its foundational promise of guaranteed justice for all.
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This House Resolution expresses the sense of the House that the United States has a moral obligation to address its mass incarceration crisis and reshape the legal system. It calls for a large-scale decarceration effort, including decriminalization of certain behaviors, increased diversion opportunities, sentencing reform, and an end to practices that disproportionately impact marginalized communities. The resolution emphasizes a participatory approach involving directly impacted communities and advocates for investments in community-based solutions rather than solely relying on punitive measures.
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Barbara Lee
Cori Bush
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