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Gun Violence: Declared a Public Health Crisis

This House Resolution declares gun violence a public health crisis in the United States. It aims to coordinate government and agency efforts, like the CDC, to prevent gun violence and protect children. Citizens can expect increased data collection and strategy development for prevention, potentially impacting safety in their communities.
Key points
Declares gun violence a public health crisis at the federal level.
Supports local and state initiatives recognizing gun violence as a crisis.
Urges coordinated government and agency efforts, including the CDC, to prevent gun violence.
Calls for expanded research and data collection by the CDC on gun violence prevention.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1165
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2022-06-09