Us Congress House Bill HR459

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/31/23
• Refer: 5/31/23

Caption

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

Impact

By supporting the designation of these days and months, HR459 aims to promote public awareness and encourage community discussions on ways to reduce gun violence. It calls for activities to honor victims of gun violence, including wearing orange and highlighting the importance of gun safety, especially during the summer months when gun violence tends to peak. The resolution serves as a platform to unify community members and leaders around a common goal of safer environments and increasing awareness of gun-related issues.

Summary

House Resolution 459 expresses support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as 'National Gun Violence Awareness Day' and June 2023 as 'National Gun Violence Awareness Month'. The resolution is a formal recognition of the need to raise awareness of gun violence and its impact on communities within the United States. The resolution emphasizes the significant number of individuals affected by gun violence, noting that annually over 43,000 people are killed and approximately 76,000 are wounded by gunfire, including significant statistics regarding youth and unintentional shootings.

Contention

Although HR459 is primarily a resolution of support, it reflects broader societal concerns regarding gun violence and public safety. Discussions around the resolution may involve various stakeholders including gun control advocates, community leaders, and political groups. Some might argue about the efficacy of awareness initiatives versus legislative action on gun control, suggesting a need to balance recognition and advocacy with concrete measures to mitigate gun violence. Thus, the resolution sits in the context of ongoing debates about the best approaches to combat gun-related tragedies.