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Funding Research on Firearm Safety and Gun Violence Prevention.

This act proposes allocating $50 million annually to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for research. The goal of this research is to enhance firearm safety and explore effective methods for preventing gun violence. This aims to provide reliable data that can help in developing better public safety solutions.
Key points
Allocates $50 million annually (from 2022 to 2027) to the CDC for firearm safety research.
Research aims to understand causes of gun violence and develop effective prevention strategies.
Additional funding for research that may influence future public safety policies.
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Print number: 117_HR_825
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gun Violence Prevention Research Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_825.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allocates $50 million annually (from 2022 to 2027) to the CDC for firearm safety research.
  • Research aims to understand causes of gun violence and develop effective prevention strategies.
  • Additional funding for research that may influence future public safety policies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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