S. 937 // May 18, 2021House: Needed two-thirds to pass
COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
Sponsor: Mazie Hirono (D-HI)
COVID - 19 Hate Crimes Act This bill requires a designated officer or employee of the Department of Justice (DOJ) to facilitate the expedited review of hate crimes and reports of hate crimes. , race or national origin), and expanding education campaigns. , coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic.
Crime and Law Enforcement Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.9% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 94 | 95.2% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.9% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.9% |