# Plain Language Summary: H. RES. 1214

This is a resolution—essentially a formal statement of disapproval—that condemns what the sponsors describe as violent and intimidating tactics by left-wing activists. The resolution focuses on two main areas: incidents targeting Supreme Court justices and vandalism at pregnancy centers that occurred in spring and early summer of 2022.

The resolution specifically references an attempted assassination of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in June 2022, when a man traveled to his home with weapons. It also mentions protests outside justices' homes and the public release of their addresses by activist groups. The sponsors argue that the Department of Justice failed to enforce existing federal law that makes it illegal to picket at a judge's home with the intent to influence their decisions. Additionally, the resolution lists numerous incidents of vandalism and property damage at crisis pregnancy centers and churches across the country, with messages opposing abortion restrictions. The sponsors attribute some of these attacks to a group calling itself "Jane's Revenge."

The resolution calls for four specific actions: condemning the assassination attempt on Justice Kavanaugh, urging the Department of Justice to enforce existing laws protecting judges from intimidation, condemning the vandalism at pregnancy centers, and asking federal law enforcement to investigate and prosecute crimes by "Jane's Revenge." It's important to note that this resolution doesn't create new laws or penalties—it's a statement of the House's position. It doesn't directly affect ordinary citizens, but it reflects ongoing political debate about protest tactics, abortion policy, and how federal law enforcement should respond to political violence and property destruction.

Condemning the illegal intimidation tactics of extreme left-wing organizations.

Hice, Jody B.

 <p>This resolution condemns the attempted assassination of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. </p>