Federal Gun Safety Board Established to Research and Fund Violence Reduction
This law establishes a federal Gun Safety Board tasked with conducting and funding independent scientific research into the causes and methods of reducing firearm violence. The Board will publish annual policy recommendations for all levels of government and educate the public, aiming to provide reliable data for future decisions regarding public safety and health. Crucially, the funding for this new board cannot reduce existing federal gun violence research funds.
Key points
Creation of a new federal expert board (22 members) dedicated to scientific research on firearm violence reduction.
Funding for research grants and public education programs on the causes, effects, and prevention of gun violence.
The Board will annually assess the effectiveness of current and proposed laws in reducing various forms of violence, including mass shootings, suicides, and domestic violence.
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