Resolution No. 1017, introduced by Ford and Sneed, recognizes the week of April 6-12, 2025, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week, with April 9 designated as Victims' Rights Day. The resolution emphasizes the importance of advocating for the rights of crime victims, highlighting the theme "Kinship, Connecting, and Healing." It asserts that victims should receive equal rights within the judicial system, ensuring they are treated with fairness and respect, protected from defendants, and given opportunities to be heard throughout legal proceedings.

The Oklahoma House of Representatives expresses its commitment to supporting victims' rights and acknowledges the efforts of advocacy organizations dedicated to this cause. The resolution calls for collaboration with these organizations to raise awareness and address the needs of crime victims. Copies of the resolution will be distributed to the Victims Services Division of the Oklahoma District Attorneys Council to further promote the recognition and protection of victims' rights in Oklahoma.