ESTUARIES Act

House Bill

H.R. 3962

119th Congress

ESTUARIES Act

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 2.

Introduced:Jul 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Dwight Evans

Representative

Democratic

PA-3

Cosponsors

58

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

The ESTUARIES Act establishes an advisory council to help support victims of gun violence. The council will assess the needs of these victims and provide information about available resources and assistance.

Latest Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2893-2894)

SponsorDwight Evans (D-PA)

Introduced7/15/2025

StatusOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 2.

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ESTUARIES Act

The ESTUARIES Act establishes an advisory council to help support victims of gun violence. The council will assess the needs of these victims and provide information about available resources and assistance.

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The ESTUARIES Act establishes an advisory council to help support victims of gun violence. The council will assess the needs of these victims and provide information about available resources and assistance.

Bill Number: 3962
Sponsor: Dwight Evans (D-PA)
Introduced: 7/15/2025
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 2.
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement

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Fact Sheet

Title: ESTUARIES Act
Bill Number: 3962
Sponsor: Dwight Evans (D-PA)
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 2.
Introduced: 7/15/2025
Summary: The ESTUARIES Act establishes an advisory council to help support victims of gun violence. The council will assess the needs of these victims and provide information about available resources and assistance.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The ESTUARIES Act establishes an advisory council to help support victims of gun violence. The council will assess the needs of these victims and provide information about available resources and assistance.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2023This bill establishes the Advisory Council to Support Victims of Gun Violence.Among other things, the advisory council must assess the needs of victims of gun violence and disseminate information about helpful resources.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Creates the Advisory Council to Support Victims of Gun Violence to identify the needs of gun violence victims and share information about helpful resources
The council will be made up of experts, advocates, and representatives from relevant government agencies
The council's goal is to ensure gun violence victims receive the support and services they require

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would directly benefit victims of gun violence and their families by connecting them with critical support services and resources. It would also raise awareness about the challenges faced by gun violence survivors within their communities.