Bill > HRes1190

This resolution strongly supports the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week," an annual observance that began in 1981 to acknowledge the impact of crime on victims and survivors and to recognize those who support them. It highlights the significant number of organizations and laws dedicated to assisting crime survivors and outlines key rights generally afforded to victims, such as being treated with fairness and dignity, having rights to safety, privacy, timely notice of proceedings, the ability to confer with prosecutors, being heard at critical proceedings, freedom from unreasonable delay, and receiving information about services and their case. The resolution also emphasizes the 2026 theme, "CommUNITY," which focuses on the connections that improve victim services and rights, and acknowledges the positive changes brought about by crime survivors' voices. Finally, it encourages Congress to continue supporting policies and programs that strengthen victims' rights and services, and urges everyone to commit to practicing these rights and services daily, not just during the designated week.