Expressing support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

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Summary of Bill HRES 459

Bill 118 HRES 459, also known as the "National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Month" bill, aims to designate June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The purpose of this bill is to bring attention to the issue of gun violence in the United States and to honor the lives lost to gun violence.

The bill expresses support for efforts to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence on individuals, families, and communities across the country. It also encourages Americans to wear orange on June 2nd and throughout the month of June as a symbol of their commitment to ending gun violence.

By designating a specific day and month to focus on gun violence awareness, supporters of the bill hope to spark conversations, promote education, and advocate for policies that can help prevent future tragedies. This bill is a non-partisan effort to address a pressing issue that affects millions of Americans every year.

Congressional Summary of HRES 459

This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Current Status of Bill HRES 459

Bill HRES 459 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2023. Bill HRES 459 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 31, 2023.  Bill HRES 459's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 459

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
218
Democrat Cosponsors
218
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 459

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 459

Expressing support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".Expressing support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".
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