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Firearm Violence: Protecting Victims of Domestic Abuse

This House Resolution highlights the link between firearm violence and intimate partner violence. It aims to enhance citizen safety by strengthening regulations on firearm access for domestic abusers and supporting victims. Citizens can expect increased protection from firearm-related violence in domestic settings.
Key points
Strengthening background check systems to keep firearms out of prohibited hands.
Restricting firearm access for individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders.
Supporting programs that assist domestic violence survivors and hold perpetrators accountable.
Funding research on the intersection of firearms and intimate partner violence, especially concerning minority groups.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_737
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationship between firearm violence and intimate partner violence and to honor the memory of Gladys Ricart and other victims of intimate partner homicide killed by firearms, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_737.

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 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening background check systems to keep firearms out of prohibited hands.
  • Restricting firearm access for individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders.
  • Supporting programs that assist domestic violence survivors and hold perpetrators accountable.
  • Funding research on the intersection of firearms and intimate partner violence, especially concerning minority groups.
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. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Family Courts and Law