11/15/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/15/2021 11:23
Enhanced Safety and Enforcement Measures, Robust Community Resources, Additional Tools for Educators and Students
ANNAPOLIS, MD-Governor Larry Hogan today announced a series of statewide actions to combat the rise in anti-Asian hate and bias crimes, including enhanced safety and enforcement measures, more robust community resources, and steps to empower educators and students.
"The actions we are announcing here today are the beginning," said Governor Hogan. "We will use every tool at our disposal to help provide additional protection to those who are impacted by these crimes. I want to sincerely thank all the members of the workgroup for agreeing to serve this important mission at such a critical time.
Watch the announcement.
View the slides from today's announcement.
Governor Hogan was joined for today's announcements by First Lady Yumi Hogan, former U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur, chairman of the governor's Asian American Hate Crimes Workgroup, and members of the workgroup. The governor announcedthe establishment of the workgroup in April in response to the rise in violence and discrimination targeting the Asian American community. Nearly one-third of Asian Americans have experienced discrimination in some form over the course of the pandemic.
"To make things better, to reduce ignorance and hate, we need concrete action informed by careful thought, analysis, and consideration of different perspectives," said Chairman Hur. "I'm grateful to Governor Hogan and the First Lady for focusing attention on the important issues of bias and violence against members of the Asian American communities in our nation, and I'm thankful for the opportunity to be part of the solution."
Building on the workgroup's efforts, the governor is advancing immediate actions to support Asian American students, businesses, and families:
Public Safety and Enforcement
Community Resources
Educators and Students
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