Condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California.

Bill Number: H.Res. 516
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2025-06-27: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-07-11T20:54:32Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This House Resolution (H. Res. 516) aims to address violent riots in Los Angeles, California, that began as protests against federal immigration enforcement actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It condemns the violence, supports law enforcement efforts, and urges cooperation between local, state, and federal authorities to restore order, while affirming the right to peaceful protest.

Key Provisions

Recognition of peaceful protest rights: The House acknowledges the constitutional right to assemble and protest peacefully.
Condemnation of violence: It strongly denounces acts of violence against federal, state, and local law enforcement officers, including assaults, arson, looting, and other destructive behaviors during the riots.
Call for cooperation: The resolution urges local and state leaders to collaborate with the federal government to stop the riots and restore peace in affected areas.
Expression of gratitude: It thanks law enforcement agencies, such as the Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California Highway Patrol, Orange County Sheriff's Department, and ICE, for protecting communities despite the dangers.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This is a non-binding resolution, meaning it expresses the House of Representatives' opinion and does not create, amend, or repeal any laws. It has no direct legal effect on existing statutes.

Potential Impacts

On government agencies: It highlights challenges faced by ICE and other federal agencies, such as increased assaults on officers (noted as a 413% rise) and disruptions to services like veteran healthcare and HUD operations. It may encourage federal support for local law enforcement but does not allocate new resources.
On citizens: Law-abiding residents in Los Angeles could benefit from renewed emphasis on public safety, while small businesses affected by looting may gain attention for federal aid (e.g., SBA disaster loans). Veterans experienced service cancellations, underscoring indirect harms from unrest.
On international relations: Minimal direct impact, though it references arrests of non-citizens with criminal records (e.g., for murder, drug trafficking), potentially reinforcing U.S. immigration enforcement narratives abroad.
Overall, the resolution's symbolic nature could influence public discourse on immigration and civil unrest without enforceable outcomes.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Law enforcement personnel: Federal (ICE), state (California Highway Patrol), and local (Los Angeles Police Department) officers, who are praised for their role but noted as facing injuries (12 officers hurt) and assaults.
Local and state officials: California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles leaders, criticized for inadequate response and perceived prioritization of non-citizens over residents.
Immigrant communities: Undocumented individuals targeted by ICE actions, with the resolution noting arrests of 330 with prior convictions; it portrays some as perpetrators of violence.
Business owners and veterans: Small businesses looted during riots and veterans whose medical appointments (over 700 canceled) were disrupted by closures.
General public in Los Angeles: Residents impacted by blocked roads, fires, and chaos, with over 561 arrests reported.
Media and Congress members: Indirectly addressed for allegedly mischaracterizing the events as peaceful.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Constitutional aspects: Reinforces First Amendment protections for peaceful assembly while distinguishing it from unlawful violence, aligning with U.S. Supreme Court precedents that limit protests endangering public safety.
Legal implications: No new legal obligations, but it documents events (e.g., riots starting June 6, 2025) that could support future litigation or policy on immigration enforcement and riot response. Terms like "illegal aliens" reflect formal but debated legal language in immigration contexts.
Political implications: The resolution has a partisan tone, criticizing Democratic state leadership and media, while supporting federal Republican-led immigration policies. It may heighten political divisions on immigration, civil rights, and federal-state relations, potentially influencing future debates or elections without binding force.

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Sponsor

Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

Cosponsors (8)

Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41], Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22], Rep. Fong, Vince [R-CA-20], Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1], Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48], Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5], Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23], Rep. Kiley, Kevin [R-CA-3]

Recent Actions

2025-06-27: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-06-27: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 195 (Roll no. 185). (text: CR H3016-3017) (Roll call 185)
2025-06-27: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 195 (Roll no. 185). (Roll call 185)
2025-06-27: The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule on the resolution and preamble.
2025-06-27: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 516.
2025-06-27: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, H.R. 875 and H. Res. 516. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3944 under a structured rule and H.R. 275, H.R. 875, and H.Res. 516 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, and H.R. 875.
2025-06-27: Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 530. (consideration: CR H3016-3023)
2025-06-24: Rule H. Res. 530 passed House.
2025-06-23: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 530 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, H.R. 875 and H. Res. 516. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3944 under a structured rule and H.R. 275, H.R. 875, and H.Res. 516 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, and H.R. 875.
2025-06-17: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2025-06-17: Submitted in House
2025-06-17: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

Condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California. — issued 2025-06-27 — PDF (3 pages)
Condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California. — issued 2025-06-17 — PDF (4 pages)