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SRES 326 RSATS

Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.

September 24, 2007

Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, and Mr. KYL) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

October 4, 2007

Reported by Mr. LEAHY, without amendment

October 16, 2007

Considered and agreed to

Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.

Whereas the death of a loved one is a devastating experience, and the murder of a loved one is exceptionally difficult;

Whereas the friends and families of murder victims cope with grief through a variety of support services, including counseling, crisis intervention, professional referrals, and assistance in dealing with the criminal justice system; and

Whereas the designation of a National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims on September 25 of each year provides an opportunity for the people of the United States to honor the memories of murder victims and to recognize the impact on surviving family members: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the Senate--

(1) supports the goals and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims; and

(2) recognizes the significant benefits offered by the organizations that provide services to the loved ones of murder Calendar No. 405110th CONGRESS1st SessionS. RES. 326RESOLUTIONSupporting the goals and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.October 4, 2007Reported without amendmentvictims.