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This bill establishes the Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) within the Department of Justice's Office of Legal Policy, led by a Director appointed by the Attorney General. The office will have broad responsibilities including coordinating existing gun violence prevention efforts across multiple federal agencies, evaluating current laws and programs, recommending policy options, collecting and analyzing data on gun violence, conducting public education campaigns, and providing crisis response support to communities affected by gun violence. The bill also creates an Advisory Council comprising senior government officials and at least 12 additional members from diverse backgrounds, including gun violence survivors, healthcare professionals, educators, and community leaders. The office will produce an annual report to Congress detailing the state of gun violence in the United States, policy recommendations, and the office's ongoing efforts. The bill defines gun violence expansively, including homicide, domestic violence, suicide, and unintentional firearm deaths or injuries. The OGVP will collaborate with departments such as Health and Human Services, Veterans Affairs, Education, and others to develop a comprehensive approach to preventing gun violence and supporting affected communities.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/595/all-info