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This Resolution formally recognizes gun violence as a significant public health issue and a primary cause of early death in the United States, acknowledging that the U.S. experiences a disproportionately high rate of firearm deaths compared to other developed nations, particularly among children. It highlights the substantial annual toll of gun deaths and injuries, the disproportionate impact on young adults and minority groups, and the role of firearms in both homicides and suicides, noting that firearm suicide attempts are far more likely to be fatal than those using other methods. The Resolution also points to the immense financial and societal costs associated with gun violence, including healthcare, lost productivity, and criminal justice expenses. It advocates for a comprehensive public health approach to prevention, which involves tracking gun-related incidents, identifying risk and protective factors, developing and implementing evidence-based interventions, and continuously evaluating their effectiveness, emphasizing that these measures, similar to aviation safety regulations, aim to enhance community safety for everyone. Finally, it commits the House of Representatives to supporting initiatives grounded in data and research to reduce gun violence and directs the Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution.