Bill > HRes656

This resolution condemns a mass shooting that occurred on July 28, 2025, in Midtown Manhattan, which resulted in four deaths, including a New York Police Department (NYPD) officer, and highlighted significant challenges in gun violence prevention. The resolution details how the shooter, who had a history of mental illness, used a military-style semiautomatic rifle and large-capacity ammunition magazines purchased legally in Nevada (a state with weaker gun laws) but which would have been illegal in New York, and traveled across state lines to commit the shooting. The document emphasizes that 78 percent of guns recovered from crime scenes in New York over the past decade originated from out of state, underscoring the challenges posed by inconsistent state-level gun regulations. The resolution calls on Congress to enact comprehensive federal gun safety legislation, including universal background checks, banning weapons of war, and implementing "red flag laws" to prevent individuals who pose an extreme risk from obtaining firearms. By honoring the victims, recognizing the bravery of first responders, and acknowledging the broader national gun violence epidemic, the resolution seeks to draw attention to the urgent need for more effective, uniform gun control measures that respect both public safety and constitutional rights.

Government Affairs

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/656/all-info