SRES 395119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week.

Introduced: Sep 16, 2025

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This is a non-binding Senate resolution recognizing and supporting National Forensic Science Week (September 14–20, 2025). It affirms the Senate’s commitment to using forensic science in investigations, prosecutions, and the exoneration of the innocent, and it highlights the important role that forensic science service providers play in criminal and civil matters. The resolution invites participation and engagement from forensic laboratories, local and state policymakers, media, the public, and public safety and law enforcement personnel to raise awareness about forensic science, showcase capabilities, and discuss needs and improvements in the system. It does not authorize funding or create new legal requirements.

Key Points

1The Senate supports the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week and recognizes its importance to the justice system and public safety.
2Forensic science service providers are described as partners with federal, state, and local agencies to build and maintain criminal databases (e.g., latent prints, DNA) and to support investigations and trials.
3During National Forensic Science Week, activities are encouraged for:
4- Forensic laboratories to host community events, offer tours, and invite media coverage to explain capabilities and future needs.
5- Local policymakers to recognize lab contributions, declare the week via proclamation, visit laboratories, and discuss operational needs.
6- Individuals (including media and the public safety community) to attend events, tour labs, and learn about lab operations and legislative needs.
7The resolution encourages media to highlight local forensic science work and for public safety officers and court personnel to engage with laboratories to improve collaboration and effectiveness.
8The measure is a symbolic, aspirational statement of support and does not include funding or new statutory requirements.

Impact Areas

Primary: Forensic science laboratories and professionals (federal, state, and local) and their capacity to explain methods, capabilities, and needs to policymakers and the public.Secondary: Law enforcement, prosecutors, the courts, and public safety officials who benefit from better understanding of forensic science and closer collaboration with labs.Additional impacts: Increased public awareness and understanding of forensic science; potential influence on local and state policy discussions, budgeting priorities, and support for laboratory programs and modernization; enhanced media engagement and transparency about the criminal justice process.

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