Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "Crime Prevention Month".

House Resolution

H.Res. 844

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "Crime Prevention Month".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 31, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Mary Gay Scanlon

Representative

Democratic

PA-5

Cosponsors

13

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary

This resolution expresses support for designating October 2025 as 'Crime Prevention Month'. It recognizes the religious and historical significance of the Hindu festival of Diwali, which is celebrated by millions of Americans.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for designating October 2025 as 'Crime Prevention Month'. It recognizes the religious and historical significance of the Hindu festival of Diwali, which is celebrated by millions of Americans.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes the religious and historical significance of Diwali.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution supports setting aside October 2025 as a month to promote crime prevention efforts across the United States.
It acknowledges the cultural importance of Diwali, a major Hindu festival celebrated by many Americans.
The bill has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, but has not yet been voted on by Congress.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would raise awareness of crime prevention programs and initiatives nationwide during October 2025. It would also formally recognize the religious and cultural significance of Diwali for Hindu Americans and others who celebrate the festival.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

844, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "Crime Prevention Month".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-844