Condemning in the strongest terms the unprovoked and racially motivated murder of Lt. Richard W. Collins III in College Park, Maryland, on May 20, 2017, expressing concern for the rising tide of racist and hate-based activities being committed on our college campuses, and reaffirming our support for inclusion, diversity, and safety in our higher education institutions in the wake of these attacks.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 29, 2017)
Condemns the recent attack on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, that resulted in the death of Lt. Richard Collins III and other hate-motivated incidents.
Acknowledges the efforts undertaken by university officials in responding to racism, extremism, and hate and creating safer campuses.
Recognizes the persistent and growing threat posed by hate speech, efforts by extremist organizations to specifically target young people, and the normalization of these practices.
Expresses that the House of Representatives remains committed to offering solutions that promote open, tolerant, and safe learning environments that fully respect diversity on college campuses.
What just happenedJun 29, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 29, 2017
- Jun 29, 2017IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Education and the Workforce Committee - Jun 29, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 29, 2017IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House