Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to all forms of hate crimes.

For Further Action See H.Res.226.

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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jun 25, 1999

Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) condemns the hate crimes that occurred in Sacramento, California, at Congregation B'Nai Israel, Congregation Beth Shalom, and Kenesset Israel Torah Center on June 18, 1999; (2) applauds the people of Sacramento for coming together to condemn these acts and to renew their community; (3) reaffirms the determination of all Members of the House of Representatives to oppose any individuals or organizations which seek to divide Americans on the grounds of race, religion, or ethnic origin; (4) denounces all those who practice or promote racism, anti-Semitism, prejudice, or religious or other intolerance; (5) implores the Sacramento and Federal law enforcement agencies to bring the perpetrators of such crimes swiftly to justice; and (6) calls upon all Americans to reject all forces of hatred and bigotry.

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Who introduced it

Rep. Matsui, Robert T. [D-CA-5] · D–CA

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Jun 29, 1999
For Further Action See H.Res.226.
Jun 29, 1999
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Jun 25, 1999
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 25, 1999
Introduced in House
Jun 25, 1999
Introduced in House

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HRES 226 · Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the acts of arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to such crimes.

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Analyze H.Res.225 as objectively as possible. Explain its main provisions, who would be affected, possible benefits and harms, implementation, exceptions, and uncertainties. Present the strongest arguments for and against it, and identify evidence needed to assess its public impact.

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Discuss H.Res.225, 106th Congress: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to all forms of hate crimes.

Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/106th-congress/house-resolution/225

Text version to examine: Introduced in House · 1999-06-25.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/106/bills/hres225/BILLS-106hres225ih.htm

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Analyze H.Res.225 as objectively as possible. Explain its main provisions, who would be affected, possible benefits and harms, implementation, exceptions, and uncertainties. Present the strongest arguments for and against it, and identify evidence needed to assess its public impact.

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Discuss H.Res.225, 106th Congress: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to all forms of hate crimes.

Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/106th-congress/house-resolution/225

Text version to examine: Introduced in House · 1999-06-25.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/106/bills/hres225/BILLS-106hres225ih.htm

Imported record last updated by the source: 2025-01-02T17:07:56Z. Verify current status and distinguish any later version from the version above.

Read the official text before answering. If you cannot access it, say so and ask me to provide it; do not assume a link means you have read the document. Distinguish proposals from enacted law, cite sources, and separate facts, interpretation, and uncertain predictions. Include counterarguments even when using a particular perspective.

Examine H.Res.225 through a progressive lens, focusing on fairness, access, economic inequality, and effects on vulnerable communities. Explain potential benefits, costs, and unintended consequences. Consider the strongest counterarguments and distinguish stated goals from demonstrated outcomes.

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Discuss H.Res.225, 106th Congress: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to all forms of hate crimes.

Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/106th-congress/house-resolution/225

Text version to examine: Introduced in House · 1999-06-25.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/106/bills/hres225/BILLS-106hres225ih.htm

Imported record last updated by the source: 2025-01-02T17:07:56Z. Verify current status and distinguish any later version from the version above.

Read the official text before answering. If you cannot access it, say so and ask me to provide it; do not assume a link means you have read the document. Distinguish proposals from enacted law, cite sources, and separate facts, interpretation, and uncertain predictions. Include counterarguments even when using a particular perspective.

Examine H.Res.225 through a conservative lens, focusing on fiscal responsibility, institutional stability, federalism, and the scope of government. Explain potential benefits, costs, and unintended consequences. Consider the strongest counterarguments and any provisions that challenge this perspective.

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Discuss H.Res.225, 106th Congress: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the arson at three Sacramento, California, area synagogues on June 18, 1999, and affirming its opposition to all forms of hate crimes.

Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/106th-congress/house-resolution/225

Text version to examine: Introduced in House · 1999-06-25.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/106/bills/hres225/BILLS-106hres225ih.htm

Imported record last updated by the source: 2025-01-02T17:07:56Z. Verify current status and distinguish any later version from the version above.

Read the official text before answering. If you cannot access it, say so and ask me to provide it; do not assume a link means you have read the document. Distinguish proposals from enacted law, cite sources, and separate facts, interpretation, and uncertain predictions. Include counterarguments even when using a particular perspective.

Examine H.Res.225 through a civil-liberties and limited-government lens. Consider individual rights, privacy, voluntary choice, accountability, and government power. Explain tradeoffs, possible safeguards, and the strongest counterarguments without assuming the proposal is beneficial or harmful.