This resolution honors the life of Sarah Lynn Milgrim, condemns the extremist attack that took her and Yaron Lischinsky's lives, and denounces violence against religious groups.
Roger Marshall
Senator
KS
This resolution formally honors the life and tragic death of Sarah Lynn Milgrim, recognizing her significant academic and professional contributions. It also condemns the recent extremist attack that resulted in the deaths of Ms. Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky. Furthermore, the resolution denounces violence targeting religious groups and supports the full prosecution of those responsible for this hate crime.
Senate Resolution Honors Sarah Milgrim, Condemns Extremist Attack as Direct Assault on Jewish Community
This resolution is the Senate’s formal statement honoring the lives of Sarah Lynn Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, who were tragically killed in an extremist attack. Resolutions like this don't change the law or allocate money, but they serve as a powerful institutional voice, a way for the body to officially recognize a tragedy and condemn violence.
Remembering Lives Dedicated to Peace
The resolution details Sarah Milgrim’s impressive background. Born in 1998, she was a true high-achiever, earning degrees from the University of Kansas, American University, and the UN University for Peace. She was deeply involved in the arts and her faith community, attending Congregation Kol Ami and later Hillel and Chabad. The bill text highlights her work as the Director of Civil Society Affairs at the Embassy of Israel in Washington, D.C., where she focused on combating religious discrimination. It notes that she met Yaron Lischinsky there, and they were killed by a gunman after attending a panel discussion on peace.
Official Condemnation of Extremism
For everyday people, the most significant part of this resolution is the official stance the Senate is taking. The text explicitly states that this violent act is "another direct attack against the Jewish population in the United States." This is more than just a statement of condolence; it’s a clear, formal identification of the crime as an act of religious extremism and hate targeting the Jewish community. The Senate is officially saying they strongly disapprove of any violence aimed at faith communities, making it clear that such attacks will not be ignored or minimized.
Supporting the Pursuit of Justice
Finally, the resolution voices the Senate’s support for ensuring that the person responsible for this extremist attack is "fully prosecuted by the legal system." While this resolution doesn't change the powers of the Justice Department, it sends a strong political signal of institutional backing for the maximum legal pursuit of justice in this case. In essence, this resolution is the Senate using its voice to mourn the loss of two individuals dedicated to peace, condemn the violence that took their lives, and affirm the need for accountability under the law.