Bill > HR0409

This resolution designates June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day, highlighting the significant impact of gun violence in the United States, where 125 people are killed and over 260 wounded daily by firearms. The resolution draws attention to the story of Hadiya Pendleton, a 15-year-old who was tragically killed, and honors her memory by encouraging people to wear orange on her would-be 28th birthday. The color orange was chosen by her friends as a symbol of human life, inspired by hunters' safety practices of wearing bright orange to identify themselves. The resolution emphasizes that supporting Second Amendment rights can coexist with efforts to keep guns away from dangerous individuals, and it calls on citizens to raise awareness about gun violence, support community prevention efforts, and recognize the importance of reducing gun-related deaths. By declaring this awareness day, the resolution aims to commemorate victims, survivors, and promote a commitment to safer communities through responsible gun ownership and violence prevention.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=409&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104