In committee
Expressing support for the designation of June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".
This resolution calls on Americans to raise awareness about gun violence and collaborate on community safety solutions, especially during the hazardous summer months. It supports designating a national month and day dedicated to honoring victims of gun violence. It also encourages citizens to wear orange on the awareness day to symbolize that they are not targets.
People affected—Although the text cites statistics regarding victims of gun violence (e.g., 47,000 killed, 97,000 wounded annually), the resolution itself is purely symbolic and does not legally affect or regulate any population.
Fiscal magnitude—The resolution contains no appropriations, authorizations, or fees.
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The provisions, in plain language.
The House of Representatives expresses its support for designating a National Gun Violence Awareness Month and a National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
The House of Representatives calls on the public to raise awareness about gun safety, wear orange on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, focus on gun violence during the summer, and host community discussions on safety.
Who it helps · who it burdens.
Who it helps
- Victims of gun violence and their familiesThe resolution honors and remembers victims of gun violence and their loved ones by supporting the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Month.
- The publicThe resolution calls on the public to raise awareness about gun safety, wear orange, and host community discussions to help make their communities safer.