Republicans in the U.S. House and Senate are also putting forth legislation dealing with, among other things, strengthening transit crime reporting and oversight. All of this, of course, will help further inform the public ahead of future bills introduced in response to the horrific crime. This week, both the House and Senate passed HB 307, titled "Iryna's Law," in honor of Zarutska. #ncpol — Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) September 23, 2025Other Democrats complained about the death penalty provisions in the bill and how they were allegedly cruel and inhumane. @SenatorBerger’s amendment to force a re-start of North Carolina’s death penalty exposed the Democrats for who they are: two-faced and weak on crime.