Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD)
A concurrent resolution recognizing the importance of saving lives, reducing gun violence, and strengthening public safety as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary.
A Democratic resolution with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2479)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This resolution marks the 250th anniversary of the United States by focusing on saving lives, reducing gun violence, and strengthening public safety. It points out that gun violence is a leading cause of death and injury, with an average of 125 people killed by guns each day. The text honors those affected by gun violence and commends the work of community leaders, law enforcement, and advocates. It outlines support for data collection by law enforcement, expanded investments in community-based violence prevention strategies, and robust funding for victim services. Ultimately, the resolution affirms that preventing gun violence must be a national priority for the country's future.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Does this put more limits on buying or owning guns?
The resolution expresses a strong commitment to reducing gun violence, supporting intervention programs, and prioritizing public safety.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The text explicitly notes that children are impacted by gun violence and aims to improve safety for youth.
- Scored +3
Does this change how police departments operate?
The resolution supports law enforcement data collection, clearance rates, and deescalation training.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Victims and Survivors: Under section (2) and section (6), the resolution honors lives lost, supports survivors and families, and commits to ensuring robust funding for victim services to help people begin recovery. This could directly benefit individuals and communities dealing with the trauma of gun violence.
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Law Enforcement Improvements: Under section (4), Congress prioritizes support for law enforcement efforts to collect and publish data about violent crimes, improve clearance rates for homicides and shootings, and expand training in deescalation tactics. This may lead to better police transparency and improved public safety practices.
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Community-Based Violence Prevention: Under section (5), the bill supports expanded investment in proactive, community-based strategies that stop violence before it happens by identifying high-risk individuals and using customized services to address root causes. This approach could help protect people in communities vulnerable to violence.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The text explicitly notes that children are impacted by gun violence and aims to improve safety for youth. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Community violence interventions often target areas with high minority populations, potentially improving safety. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Community violence interventions often target areas with high minority populations, potentially improving safety. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Low-income communities often experience higher rates of gun violence and stand to benefit from community-based interventions. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution specifically acknowledges veterans as a group impacted by gun violence.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this put more limits on buying or owning guns? — The resolution expresses a strong commitment to reducing gun violence, supporting intervention programs, and prioritizing public safety. Does this change how police departments operate? — The resolution supports law enforcement data collection, clearance rates, and deescalation training. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution promotes community violence prevention strategies that can benefit minority communities disproportionately affected by gun violence.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution recognizes the impact of gun violence on veterans and aims to improve public safety and support systems.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution encourages data collection and publication regarding violent crime.
- 6/1/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2479)
- 6 Cosponsors added.
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