Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ)
Condemning all forms of hate.
A Democratic resolution with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution condemns all forms of hate, discrimination, and bigotry in the United States. It highlights statistics from 2024 regarding hate crimes directed at various groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation. The text points out that hate-based violence extends to hate crimes, hate speech, and discriminatory policies. It states that Congress must prioritize acknowledging and responding equitably to these acts of violence. Finally, the resolution outlines several actions the House of Representatives supports taking to combat hate.
Yes· 3 of 18
- Scored +7
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The resolution supports funding and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Scored +6
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The bill notes that African Americans make up the majority of victims in race-related hate crimes.
- Scored +6
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?
The bill addresses the elevated levels of hate crimes against Asian Americans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Condemning Discrimination: Under resolved clause (1), the House of Representatives condemns all representations of discrimination, including racism, islamophobia, antisemitism, transphobia, homophobia, sexism, ageism, xenophobia, ableism, and ethnic or religious bigotry. This is positive because it officially puts the House on record against these harmful behaviors.
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Comprehensive Policies and Training: Under resolved clause (2), the resolution supports implementing comprehensive policies to prevent and respond to hate crimes, which includes education and training on prevention and response, State and Federal intervention, and acknowledging challenges facing vulnerable groups. This could benefit individuals by creating structured programs to stop hate crimes.
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Victim Support Resources: Under resolved clause (3), the resolution reassures the needs of victims' advocacy by supporting communication support, incident reporting, physical and mental health resources, legal representation, and response and recovery. This provides direct assistance and resources to people who have suffered from hate incidents.
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Funding for Vulnerable Populations: Under resolved clause (4), the resolution supports allocating funding for programs that are culturally and linguistically accessible to vulnerable populations, including undocumented and immigrant communities, women, and LGBTQIA+ communities. This ensures that groups facing high rates of hate have access to helpful programs in ways they can understand.
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Resources for Community Organizations: Under resolved clause (5), the resolution supports allocating resources to community-based organizations that uplift the experiences of vulnerable populations. This helps local groups that support affected individuals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The resolution supports funding and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill notes that African Americans make up the majority of victims in race-related hate crimes. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The bill addresses the elevated levels of hate crimes against Asian Americans. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill supports linguistically accessible programs for undocumented and immigrant communities. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution supports programs for immigrant and undocumented communities. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution condemns ethnic and religious bigotry that affects all vulnerable groups. Would women be better off under this? — The bill specifically mentions supporting the experiences of women. Would children be better off under this? — The bill addresses the displacement of migrant children caused by xenophobia. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution supports resources for vulnerable populations including undocumented communities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The bill supports funding for programs and resources specifically for LGBTQIA+ communities. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution calls for addressing the disproportionate rate of hate crimes against racial minorities. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The bill explicitly condemns ableism as a form of hate. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The text highlights the need to support and uplift the experiences of women. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill supports culturally and linguistically accessible programs for undocumented and immigrant communities. Does this tighten control of the border? — The resolution notes that xenophobia in immigration policy impacts migrant children. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill supports allocating resources to community-based organizations that uplift vulnerable populations.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution supports providing mental health resources to victims of hate crimes.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill advocates for federal intervention and acknowledgment of challenges facing vulnerable groups.
- 9/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/22/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
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Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Jennifer McClellanDemocrat · Virginia
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan