Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Poppy Day".
In Committee
Introduced:Oct 6, 2025
Primary Sponsor
Elissa Slotkin
Senator
Democratic
MI
Cosponsors
109
Quick Stats
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Summary
This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and National Gun Violence Awareness Day. It aims to raise awareness about gun violence and its impacts on communities across the United States.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and National Gun Violence Awareness Day. It aims to raise awareness about gun violence and its impacts on communities across the United States.
Last updated: 12/29/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<p>This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.</p> <ul> <ul> </ul> </ul>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Designates the month of June as 'National Gun Violence Awareness Month'.
Designates the first Friday in June as 'National Gun Violence Awareness Day'.
Encourages individuals, businesses, organizations, and communities to wear orange and participate in events and activities to raise awareness about gun violence.
Recognizes the devastating impact of gun violence on individuals, families, and communities.
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
If this resolution is passed, it would affect all Americans by designating national days and months to raise awareness about gun violence. This could lead to increased public attention, educational campaigns, and community events focused on addressing gun violence and its societal impacts. Groups most directly impacted would include victims of gun violence, their families, and gun violence prevention advocates.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
459, 119th Congress (2025). "Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Poppy Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-459