H.Res. 656 explained · 119th Congress · Pending in Congress
Condemning the tragic act of gun violence on July 28, 2025, in New York City that led to one of the deadliest mass shootings in the city's history, and calling for stronger, comprehensive Federal action to prevent gun violence nationwide.
Cosponsors: 1 (1 D, 0 R) · per Congress.gov, 2026-10-11
Introduced: 2025-08-15
Latest action (2025-08-15): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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