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  • The resolution S. RES. 871 supports declaring October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month." It highlights the importance of using the juvenile court system to rehabilitate young people as it is better suited than adult courts, which are more punitive. The resolution...

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    In October 2024, there's a special month called "National Youth Justice Action Month" to help kids who go to court so they don't get treated like grown-ups. This month is about understanding that kids are different, and it's important to help them learn from their mistakes in a safe way.