R021-9899

R021-9899

10	A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS FOR 
20		NOT PASSING THE HATE CRIMES LEGISLATION

30	WHEREAS:	The first amendment of the United States stresses freedom of       
40 			speech, including the right to practice any lifestyle they so choose; 
50			and,

60	WHEREAS:	The Supreme Court has already ruled that increased punishment for 
70			people who commit targeted crimes based on race is constitutional; 
80			and,

90	WHEREAS:	Homosexuals are known to be targeted for crimes because of their 
100			sexuality; and,

110	WHEREAS:	The United States Constitution stresses minority rights; and,

120	WHEREAS:	It is the duty of the United States congress to create laws.

130	THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:	That the Maryland Student Legislature
140			condemns every member of the United States Congress who does
150 			not openly support passing this legislation.

160	MANDATES: 	President Bill Clinton
170				Vice President Al Gore
180				Senator Barbara Mikulski
190				Senator Paul Sarbanes
200				Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott
210				Representative Barney Frank			
220				House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert

Steven M. Shushner
Speaker of the Assembly
Maryland Student Legislature
University of Maryland, College Park