A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2026, as "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The Senate has officially passed this resolution to support a national day of awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Because it is a resolution, it does not need to go to the House of Representatives or the President for further action. The legislative process for this measure is now complete.
Legislative Progress
The Senate has already considered and agreed to this resolution with broad bipartisan support.
Key Points
- The Senate officially named May 5, 2026, as a day to bring attention to the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. This day honors the memory of victims and shows support for their families.
- The resolution points out that more than 4 out of 5 Indigenous women experience violence in their lifetime. In some areas, the murder rate for these women is 10 times higher than the national average.
- The Senate is asking the Department of Justice to start a new study on this issue. The last major study was done 10 years ago, and leaders say updated information is needed to understand the current situation.
- This action builds on previous laws like Savanna's Act and the Not Invisible Act. While progress has been made through new task forces and better data sharing, the Senate acknowledges that much more work is needed to keep tribal communities safe.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2241; text: CR S2240-2241)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2026, as "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".
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