Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationships among firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and reaffirming the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing a firearm.

10/15/2024, 2:22 PM

This resolution acknowledges the need for legislation to better prevent individuals with a history of violence against women from purchasing or possessing a firearm.

The resolution also supports further research into the relationships among misogyny, violence against women, and firearm violence.

Bill 118 HRES 1541, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationships among firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and reaffirming the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing a firearm," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the interconnected issues of firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women. It emphasizes the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing firearms, as this can exacerbate the risk of harm to women and others.

The resolution highlights the alarming statistics of violence against women in the United States, including the fact that firearms are the most commonly used weapon in intimate partner homicides. It also recognizes the role of misogyny and gender-based violence in perpetuating harm against women. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to addressing these issues and calls for increased efforts to prevent individuals with a history of violence against women from obtaining firearms. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive policies and interventions to protect women and prevent further violence. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1541 aims to raise awareness about the connections between firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and to advocate for measures that can help prevent harm and promote safety for women in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1541

Introduced on
2024-10-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/11/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution acknowledges the need for legislation to better prevent individuals with a history of violence against women from purchasing or possessing a firearm.

The resolution also supports further research into the relationships among misogyny, violence against women, and firearm violence.

Bill 118 HRES 1541, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationships among firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and reaffirming the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing a firearm," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the interconnected issues of firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women. It emphasizes the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing firearms, as this can exacerbate the risk of harm to women and others.

The resolution highlights the alarming statistics of violence against women in the United States, including the fact that firearms are the most commonly used weapon in intimate partner homicides. It also recognizes the role of misogyny and gender-based violence in perpetuating harm against women. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to addressing these issues and calls for increased efforts to prevent individuals with a history of violence against women from obtaining firearms. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive policies and interventions to protect women and prevent further violence. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1541 aims to raise awareness about the connections between firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and to advocate for measures that can help prevent harm and promote safety for women in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationships among firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and reaffirming the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing a firearm.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Comments

APPROVED
HT
Hugo Teague
@durian_fines_herbes_sansho50547
I think it's good that they're trying to stop bad people from getting guns. Who does this bill help?

APPROVED
AB
Adhara Benton
@mitmita_roti_asparagus23163
I dunno much about this bill, but it sounds like it's tryna do somethin bout gun violence and violence against women. Not sure how it'll affect me tho. #confused Short term affects might be...uh...less violence?

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/23/2024

This resolution acknowledges the need for legislation to better prevent individuals with a history of violence against women from purchasing or possessing a firearm.

The resolution also supports further research into the relationships a...


Latest Action10/11/2024
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.