Bill > HRes329

This resolution commemorates two tragic shootings that occurred in Louisville, Kentucky, on April 10 and April 15, 2023. The first shooting took place in the Old National Bank building, where a lone gunman using an AR-15-style rifle murdered five people and injured eight, including two police officers. The shooter, an employee of the bank, live-streamed the attack on Instagram. A separate shooting near Jefferson Community and Technical College on the same day resulted in one fatality and one injury. Less than a week later, a shooting in Chickasaw Park left two people dead and four others hospitalized. The resolution condemns these acts of gun violence, honors the memories of the victims (including Tommy Elliott, Jim Tutt, Josh Barrick, Juliana Farmer, Deana Eckert, La'Niya Richardson, Chea'von Moore, Deaji Goodman, and David Huff), and recognizes the heroism of first responders who quickly responded to the incidents. The resolution also highlights Kentucky's relatively weak gun laws, noting that the state does not require background checks for gun sales, has no assault rifle restrictions, and allows carrying loaded handguns in public without a permit. Ultimately, the House of Representatives reaffirms its commitment to fighting gun violence and preventing such tragedies in the future.

Government Affairs

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/329/all-info