Expressing support for the designation of October 2023 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

House Resolution

H.Res. 816

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of October 2023 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Susie Lee

Representative

Democratic

NV-3

Cosponsors

2

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This resolution expresses support for designating October 2023 as 'National Youth Justice Action Month'. It also says that the usual consequences for adults who commit crimes should not automatically apply to people under 18 who are arrested for crimes.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for designating October 2023 as 'National Youth Justice Action Month'. It also says that the usual consequences for adults who commit crimes should not automatically apply to people under 18 who are arrested for crimes.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Youth Justice Action Month. It also acknowledges that the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth who are arrested for crimes before the age of 18.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution expresses support for a new 'National Youth Justice Action Month' in October 2023.
It acknowledges that the normal consequences of the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth under 18 who are arrested for crimes.
The resolution does not create any new laws or programs, but shows support for raising awareness about youth crime and justice issues.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution is passed, it would raise national attention on issues related to youth crime and the juvenile justice system. It could lead to more public events, media coverage, and policy discussions around how to address youth crime in a way that is distinct from the adult criminal system. This could potentially benefit at-risk youth and their communities by inspiring new programs and reforms.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

816, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of October 2023 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-816