Burgess Owens (R-UT)
Recognizing June 24th as Public Safety Awareness Day to promote citizen empowerment, effective law enforcement, community-based crime prevention, and prudent public policy in support of safer neighborhoods nationwide.
A Republican resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution seeks to recognize June 24th as Public Safety Awareness Day. The measure aims to promote citizen empowerment, effective law enforcement, and community-based crime prevention. It highlights the need for safer neighborhoods through prudent public policy and targeted interventions. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of supporting victims of violent crime with mental health and assistance programs. Finally, it calls for strengthening law enforcement and encouraging public engagement to secure the nation.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +5
Does this make mental health care easier to get?
The resolution emphasizes investing in mental health and substance abuse treatment to alleviate strain on police.
- Scored +4
Would people in cities be better off under this?
Focuses on safety and revitalization in urban centers experiencing high crime rates.
- Scored +4
Does this change how police departments operate?
Promotes effective law enforcement, training, and support for officers to enhance public trust.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Victim Support: The resolution notes that individuals and families affected by violent crime deserve access to support systems like mental health services and victim assistance programs.
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Community Empowerment: It supports empowering citizens through education, resources, and self-advocacy to build stronger and more resilient communities.
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Crime Reduction Strategies: The text highlights the use of "focused deterrence" to identify high-risk individuals and offer pathways to change while holding repeat offenders accountable.
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Neighborhood Improvement: Non-policing solutions, such as increased street lighting and the revitalization of public spaces, are mentioned as ways to reduce crime and improve quality of life.
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Resource Management: Investing in mental health and substance abuse treatment is identified as a way to alleviate strain on police resources, allowing them to focus on serious threats.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups are explicitly stated within the provided text of the resolution.
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 people in cities be better off under this? — Focuses on safety and revitalization in urban centers experiencing high crime rates. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Aims to reduce violent crime in high-crime, low-income neighborhoods. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Addresses violent crime in underserved and majority-minority communities.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution emphasizes investing in mental health and substance abuse treatment to alleviate strain on police. Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — Mentions substance abuse treatment as a key component of public safety strategies.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this change how police departments operate? — Promotes effective law enforcement, training, and support for officers to enhance public trust. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Addresses violent crime disproportionately affecting minority and underserved communities through targeted interventions. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Acknowledges the link between crime and cycles of poverty, though specific poverty reduction isn't the main focus.
- 1/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/23/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jason SmithRepublican · Missouri