Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2023, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and safe storage of guns in the home.

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Summary of Bill HRES 530

Bill 118 HRES 530, also known as the National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate June 21, 2023, as National ASK Day. The purpose of this day is to promote children's health and safety by encouraging parents and caregivers to ask if there are guns in the homes where their children play.

The bill emphasizes the importance of safe storage of guns in the home to prevent accidents and tragedies involving children. By raising awareness about the need to ask about the presence of guns in other households, the legislation seeks to reduce the risk of unintentional shootings and promote responsible gun ownership.

The resolution highlights the ASK campaign, which was launched by the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The campaign encourages parents to ask if there are guns in the homes where their children play and to ensure that those guns are stored safely and securely. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 530 aims to promote children's health and safety by designating June 21, 2023, as National ASK Day and raising awareness about the importance of asking about guns in the home and promoting safe storage practices.

Congressional Summary of HRES 530

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to encourage parents to ask, before their child visits another home, whether there is an unlocked gun in the home.

Current Status of Bill HRES 530

Bill HRES 530 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2023. Bill HRES 530 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 21, 2023.  Bill HRES 530's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of June 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 530

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 530

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 530

Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2023, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and safe storage of guns in the home.Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2023, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and safe storage of guns in the home.
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