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South Dakota House Bill HCR6006

South Dakota 2023 Regular Session

South Dakota House Bill HCR6006

Introduced
1/20/23  

Caption

Encouraging the humane and fair treatment of the January 6 defendants.

Impact

The resolution aims to express the South Dakota Legislature's support for the humane treatment and speedy resolution of the charges against the January 6 defendants. It also calls for equal treatment for all Americans exercising their First Amendment rights. The implications of this resolution touch upon broader discussions regarding the rights of defendants within the criminal justice system and highlight perceived disparities in the treatment of different groups during protests and demonstrations.

Summary

HCR6006 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the 2023 South Dakota Legislature, advocating for the humane and fair treatment of individuals charged in connection with the events of January 6, 2021. The resolution highlights that many of these defendants are being held in a Washington D.C. jail, which they describe as having 'medieval standards of living.' Concerns raised by these defendants include inhumane treatment, cruel and unusual punishment, deprivation of adequate food and medical care, and lack of access to legal counsel and religious services.

Contention

Notably, the resolution reflects a level of contention regarding alleged unequal treatment between January 6 defendants and individuals involved in protests related to George Floyd's death. Supporters argue that the treatment of January 6 defendants is excessively harsh and unfairly punitive compared to other protest groups. This introduces a significant debate about justice and equality under the law, as well as the responsibility of the state in ensuring fair treatment of all individuals charged with crimes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD SCR607

Encouraging the Legislature to continue using person-first language that acknowledges the person before any disability.

SD HCR6012

Acknowledging the challenges and responses during the COVID-19 pandemic and committing to accountability and action.

SD HCR6006

To urge the United States Congress and the President of the United States to take no action to employ military forces of the United States in active-duty combat unless the United States Congress has passed an official declaration of war and to bring troops home who are engaged in unconstitutional foreign conflicts.

SD SJR006

Condemnation of January 6 Insurrection Pardons

SD SR8

A resolution urging the federal government to investigate and arrest officials in charge of the District of Columbia Jail

SD HB1139

Allow individualized investigative treatments for patients with life-threatening or debilitating diseases or conditions.

SD SB52

Update certain provisions regarding the Department of Corrections and the authority of the Secretary of Corrections.

SD SCR607

Encouraging the South Dakota High School Activities Association to sanction baseball.

SD HCR6011

Urging the Trump-Vance administration and Office of Management and Budget to uphold the Reagan administration policy of government-to-government relations with tribal nations.

SD HCR6012

Urging the Supreme Court of the United States to establish marriage as between a man and a woman.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.