Expressing support for the designation of September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day" to educate about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and securely as an essential component of suicide prevention.

House Resolution

H.Res. 684

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day" to educate about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and securely as an essential component of suicide prevention.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 9, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Dan Newhouse

Representative

Republican

WA-4

Cosponsors

91

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This resolution expresses support for designating September 9, 2025, as 'National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day.' The goal is to educate the public about the growing issue of firearm suicides in the United States and promote safe and secure storage of firearms as an important part of suicide prevention efforts.

Latest Action

Rule H. Res. 712 failed passage of House.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for designating September 9, 2025, as 'National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day.' The goal is to educate the public about the growing issue of firearm suicides in the United States and promote safe and secure storage of firearms as an important part of suicide prevention efforts.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution condemns the actions of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for violating the Second Amendment to the Constitution and depriving the citizens of New Mexico of their right to bear arms.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution condemns actions by the Governor of New Mexico that allegedly violate the Second Amendment and restrict citizens' right to bear arms.
The resolution aims to raise awareness about firearm suicides and encourage safe storage of firearms as a suicide prevention measure.
The resolution has broad bipartisan support, with 91 cosponsors from both major political parties.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution is passed, it would designate a national day to focus on the issue of firearm suicide prevention. This could lead to increased public education and awareness campaigns on safe firearm storage and its connection to suicide prevention. Supporters believe this could help reduce firearm suicide rates, while opponents may argue it infringes on gun rights.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Subjects

Firearms and explosives

New Mexico

State and local government operations

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

684, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day" to educate about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and securely as an essential component of suicide prevention.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-684