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Establishing Office for Gun Violence Prevention

This act proposes creating a new office within the Department of Justice to coordinate efforts to reduce gun violence. Its goal is to better utilize existing programs and data, and to educate the public on safe firearm storage and suicide prevention. This aims to enhance public safety and reduce firearm-related incidents.
Key points
Establishment of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention within the Department of Justice.
The Office will coordinate various agency efforts to reduce gun violence and support victims.
Conducting educational campaigns for firearm owners, parents, and professionals, including on safe storage and suicide prevention.
Evaluating existing laws and programs, and recommending new solutions to improve safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1699
Sponsor: Rep. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10]
Process start date: 2023-03-22