Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR574

Introduced
6/30/23  

Caption

Remembering the lives lost and honoring the survivors one year after the Independence Day Parade shooting that occurred on July 4, 2022, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Impact

The introduction of HR574 serves to bring attention not only to the specific incident that occurred in Highland Park but also to the broader implications of gun violence in the United States. This recognition can have an impact on state and national discussions regarding gun control policies, public safety, and community resilience. The bill highlights the collective trauma experienced by the survivors and the community, which may lead to increased advocacy for measures aimed at preventing similar tragedies in the future.

Summary

HR574 is a resolution recognizing and remembering the lives lost and honoring the survivors of the Independence Day Parade shooting that occurred on July 4, 2022, in Highland Park, Illinois. The bill specifically commemorates the seven victims who were tragically killed during the event and acknowledges the many individuals who were injured, both physically and emotionally, as a result of this act of gun violence. The resolution emphasizes the importance of remembrance as a form of communal healing and unity in the face of such violence.

Contention

While HR574 primarily focuses on remembrance and honoring the victims, it implicitly raises issues regarding the ongoing national dialogue surrounding gun control and the role of legislation in addressing gun violence. Some may view the resolution as a necessary step towards fostering discussions on public safety, while others might argue about the effectiveness of such memorial resolutions in enacting tangible change in gun policy. However, the bill has seen broad support as a means of honoring those lost and supporting community solidarity.

Companion Bills

US HR1337

Related Remembering the lives lost and honoring the survivors two years after the Independence Day Parade shooting that occurred on July 4, 2022, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Previously Filed As

US HR1337

Remembering the lives lost and honoring the survivors two years after the Independence Day Parade shooting that occurred on July 4, 2022, in Highland Park, Illinois.

US SR752

A resolution expressing the condolences of the Senate and honoring the memory of the victims on the second anniversary of the mass shooting at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022.

US SR277

A resolution expressing the condolences of the Senate and honoring the memory of the victims on the first anniversary of the mass shooting at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022.

US HR112

Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives and honoring the memory of the victims of the mass shooting in Aurora, Illinois, on February 15, 2019.

US HR250

Honoring the victims of the March 15, 2019, shootings at mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand.

US HR200

Condemning the horrific shootings that occurred in Monterey Park, California, on January 21, 2023, and in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 23, 2023, honoring the memory of the victims of the attacks, expressing condolences and support to all those impacted by these tragedies, and reaffirming the House of Representative's commitment to supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community.

US SR104

A RESOLUTION remembering and honoring the survivors and victims of the 1993 East Carter High School shootings.

US HR500

Commemorating 7 years since the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016.

US HR1152

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting and honoring the memories of the victims, survivors, and their families.

US HR1372

Expressing support for the designation of July 20, 2024, as "National Heroes Day" to honor the sacrifices of everyday heroes who save lives and improve their communities.

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