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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York State, addressing a serious public safety issue. The resolution cites alarming statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Gun Violence Archive, noting that approximately 40,000 people were killed by guns in the United States in 2019, with gun-related deaths being the leading cause of death for American children. The document highlights that in 2019, nearly 8,000 of New York State's almost 70,000 violent crimes involved firearms, and emphasizes that gun violence impacts all communities regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. The resolution seeks to raise public awareness about gun violence prevention, intervention, education, and outreach, recognizing that the effects of such violence extend far beyond direct victims. By requesting the governor to officially designate a month of awareness, the resolution aims to coordinate efforts among stakeholders and promote strategies to reduce gun-related harm, particularly protecting youth and ensuring community safety.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K739