Expressing support for the designation of June 6, 2025, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2025 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

Bill Number: H.Res. 457
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2025-06-03: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2412-2414)
Last Updated: 2026-06-29T18:29:54Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This House Resolution (H. Res. 457) expresses the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating June 6, 2025, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2025 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." It aims to honor victims of gun violence, raise public awareness about the issue, and encourage community actions to promote gun safety.

Key Provisions

Background Statistics: Highlights gun violence data, including approximately 46,000 deaths and 97,000 injuries annually from gunfire; over 19,000 gun homicides; 26,000 gun suicides; 500 unintentional shootings; and specific 2024 figures like 16,700 gun homicides, 360 unintentional shootings by children under 18, and 503 mass shootings (defined as incidents with at least four people killed or wounded).
Historical Context: Notes that since 1968, more Americans have died from guns than in all U.S. wars combined; emphasizes impacts on children/teens (over 4,300 killed and 17,000 wounded yearly), young people under 30 (over 15,000 deaths annually), and veterans (over 87,000 gun suicides from 2003–2022).
Tribute to Hadiya Pendleton: References the 2013 murder of 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton in Chicago as a symbol, tying "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" to her 28th birthday on June 6, 2025.
Calls to Action: Urges the public to:
Promote awareness of gun violence and safety.
Wear orange (a color hunters use to signal they are not targets) on Awareness Day.
Focus attention on gun violence during summer months when it typically rises.
Gather community members and leaders to discuss ways to enhance community safety.
House Support: Affirms support for the designations and their goals, in remembrance of victims and their loved ones.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This is a non-binding resolution, so it introduces no changes to existing laws or statutes. It serves as a symbolic expression of congressional sentiment rather than enforceable legislation.

Potential Impacts

On Citizens: May increase public awareness and encourage grassroots discussions on gun safety, potentially leading to community-driven initiatives to reduce violence, though it has no direct regulatory effects.
On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact; could indirectly support awareness efforts by agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that track gun violence data, but imposes no new requirements.
On International Relations: No impacts, as the resolution focuses solely on domestic U.S. issues.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Victims and Families: Directly honors those impacted by gun violence, such as Hadiya Pendleton's family and survivors.
Communities and Youth: Targets areas with high gun violence, especially urban and summer-affected regions, and emphasizes protection for children, teens, and young adults.
Veterans and Military: Acknowledges gun suicides among veterans as a key concern.
Public and Advocacy Groups: Encourages broader participation from citizens, community leaders, and organizations focused on gun safety and violence prevention.
Lawmakers: Introduced by over 50 House members (primarily Democrats), it reflects bipartisan potential in awareness efforts but signals political priorities on gun issues.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: As a simple resolution, it has no force of law and does not require presidential approval or Senate concurrence; it cannot mandate actions or allocate funds.
Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's role in expressing policy positions under Article I, without infringing on Second Amendment rights or other protections; focuses on awareness rather than regulation.
Political: Represents a congressional push to highlight gun violence as a public health crisis, potentially influencing future debates on gun control, mental health, or safety policies. It may foster unity on non-partisan awareness but could polarize along ideological lines regarding gun rights versus prevention efforts.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

Cosponsors (87)

Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8], Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26], Rep. Min, Dave [D-CA-47], Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2], Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7], Rep. Bell, Wesley [D-MO-1], Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24], Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42], Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6], Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2], Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15], Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52], Rep. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10], Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4], Rep. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30], Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7], Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3], Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26], Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5], Rep. Tran, Derek [D-CA-45], Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4], Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5], Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14], Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8], Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4], Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4], Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13], Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13], Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7], Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12], Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3], Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12], Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Amo, Gabe [D-RI-1], Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10], Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13], Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4], Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44], Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7], Rep. Johnson, Julie [D-TX-32], Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16], Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4], Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3], Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11], Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6] and 37 more

Recent Actions

2025-06-03: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2412-2414)
2025-06-02: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2025-06-02: Submitted in House
2025-06-02: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

Expressing support for the designation of June 6, 2025, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2025 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month". — issued 2025-06-02 — PDF (4 pages)