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Senate Backs National Gun Violence Awareness Month

This U.S. Senate resolution officially supports designating June 7, 2024, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the entire month of June as National Gun Violence Awareness Month. It encourages all citizens to participate in raising awareness about gun violence and safety, wear orange on the designated day, and engage in community discussions to make neighborhoods safer.
Key points
The Senate officially recognizes June 7th as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June as National Gun Violence Awareness Month.
Citizens are encouraged to wear orange on June 7th, promote gun safety, and discuss ways to reduce gun violence in their communities.
The resolution aims to highlight the serious impact of gun violence on individuals and communities across the nation.
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Print number: 118_SRES_716
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-06-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 7, 2024, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2024 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_716.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate officially recognizes June 7th as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June as National Gun Violence Awareness Month.
  • Citizens are encouraged to wear orange on June 7th, promote gun safety, and discuss ways to reduce gun violence in their communities.
  • The resolution aims to highlight the serious impact of gun violence on individuals and communities across the nation.
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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.

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