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Dec. 17, 2019 Maloney, Markey Applaud Gun Violence Research Funding in Bipartisan Spending Agreement Sen. Ed Markey, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate hasn't debated legislation to expand background checks. The Senate hasn't debated legislation to reduce the cost of health care. Republican Leadership has refused to work with us on bipartisan solutions to secure our elections. Sen. McConnell: It's past time to act!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 DeLauro Secures $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding Rep. Rosa DeLauro
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats fought to secure $25 million for @CDCgov and the @NIH to research gun violence and prevention for the first time in over 20 years. This is crucial. The NRA's vice grip on Congress is loosening. We will continue to do everything we can to stop gun violence in America." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Chairman Thompson Hails Inclusion of Gun Violence Research And NICS Funding in Spending Deal Rep. Mike Thompson
Dec. 16, 2019 Murphy Statement on Securing $25 Million in Gun Research Funding Included in Appropriations Bill Sen. Chris Murphy
Dec. 16, 2019 Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 7 years since 26 children and teachers were taken from us at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It is shameful that, after such a senseless, horrific tragedy, the GOP still will not act. I continue to urge the Senate to take up House-passed legislation to #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Seven years ago today, 26 lives were lost in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. My heart still breaks for the victims and their families. It is almost unimaginable that such a tragic event could ever take place. And yet, what has Congress done to address gun violence?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "7 years ago, 26 lives were lost at Sandy Hook Elementary This month, I met with @NewtownAction & survivors from NY to talk about the urgent need for Senate action to stop gun violence Sen. McConnell: Let's start by voting on the bipartisan, universal background checks bill now" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 14, 2019 Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been over 280 days since the House passed bipartisan legislation to #EndGunViolence. It's been 7 years since 26 innocent children and adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It's been 7 years too long. It's time for the Senate to act." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It has been seven years since the tragic shooting at #SandyHook Elementary School. Today, we continue to grieve, and we remain inspired by the courageous action of so many to stop the epidemic of gun violence that is shattering American communities. https://www.speaker.gov/newsroom/121419 " Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Houston Police Chief Acevedo has it right. The NRA has such a tight grip on Republican members of Congress that they are refusing to pass the Violence Against Women Act because of a provision that would keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers. What a disgrace." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 12, 2019 Menendez, Booker Statement on Fatal Jersey City Shooting Sen. Cory Booker, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Warner & Kaine Applaud Congressional Passage of the Virginia Beach Strong Act Sen. Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Hyde-Smith cosponsors bill to protect businesses, consumers from misguided federal agency initiatives Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
Dec. 10, 2019 Booker Statement on Tragic Shooting in Jersey City Sen. Cory Booker
Dec. 10, 2019 Constitutional Carry States' Rights Act Introduced in the House Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 9, 2019 Rep. Cline Statement on Citizen Efforts in Defense of the Second Amendment Rep. Ben Cline
Dec. 8, 2019 Gottheimer Commemorates Lives Lost Seven Years Ago in Sandy Hook Tragedy, Calls for Unity Against Gun Violence Rep. Josh Gottheimer
Dec. 7, 2019 Amata's Statement Regarding Military Base Shootings Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The shootings in Pearl Harbor and Pensacola this week are heartbreaking. My prayers are with the victims and their families, and with all those suffering from our nation's epidemic of gun violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 6, 2019 Reed Statement on Shooting at U.S. Naval Base Sen. Jack Reed
Dec. 5, 2019 Murphy: There's Been a Sea Change on Anti-Gun Violence Rep. Jahana Hayes, ...
Dec. 3, 2019 Marshall Introduces Home Defense and Competitive Shooting Act Sen. Roger Marshall
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today the gun lobby urged the Supreme Court to rule on a gun dispute that is already moot. Why? Because they want the Court to use this case to issue a sweeping ruling that would threaten important gun safety laws all across the nation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - 100+ House Democrats urge House & Senate leadership to prioritize gun violence prevention research funding in FY2020 funding bill Rep. Diana DeGette, ...
Dec. 2, 2019 Murphy: The Anti-Gun Violence Movement is Stronger than the Gun Lobby Sen. Chris Murphy
Dec. 1, 2019 The Daily Bulletin - Congress must enact common sense gun control policies: Norma Torres Rep. Norma Torres
Nov. 25, 2019 Tweet - "We need to treat gun violence like the public health crisis that it is, and that includes funding gun violence prevention research @CDCgov so we can do more to save lives." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and CEO of Facebook - Senator Markey Demands Answers from Facebook on Gun-Permitting Scam by Company "Concealed Online" Sen. Jack Reed, ...
Nov. 24, 2019 Tweet - "We have a moral responsibility in Congress to treat gun violence like the public health crisis that it is, and that includes funding gun violence prevention research @CDCgov. Congress must authorize this vital funding that could help us save lives." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 23, 2019 Tweets - "Whether calling on @SenateMajLdr McConnell to finally call a vote on life-saving legislation to #EndGunViolence or hearing from young immigration activists, we will never give up our fight #ForThePeople. Here are a few moments that stood out." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 22, 2019 Reps. Tulsi Gabbard, Lucy McBath, and Jahana Hayes Urge House Vote on School Shooting Safety Bill Rep. Jahana Hayes, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Senator Markey Leads Call to Action on Funding Gun Violence Research at CDC Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Rutherford Introduces School Safety Bill Rep. John Rutherford, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseDemocrats marched to @SenateMajLdr McConnell's office to demand action to #EndGunViolence. Thousands of Americans have been killed by guns since the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act more than 265 days ago. The Senate must hold a vote." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 NBC November Democratic Party Presidential Debate Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Congressman Jeff Van Drew Released the Following Statement on the Passing of 10-Year-Old Victim of the Shooting at the Pleasantville High School Football Game Rep. Jeff Van Drew
Nov. 19, 2019 Congresswoman Beatty Pushes for Protecting Places of Worship Rep. Joyce Beatty
Nov. 19, 2019 USA Today - We're ready to resume bipartisan gun background check talks with Trump anytime Sen. Chris Murphy, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - 130+ Democratic House Members Urge Senate Action on House-Passes Bills in Wake of Deadly Shootings Rep. Dina Titus, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Reps. Sensenbrenner and Kelly Introduce Bill to Assist Law Enforcement and Reduce Violence Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Enough is Enough Rep. Joyce Beatty
Nov. 18, 2019 Cole Statement on Tragic Incident in Duncan Rep. Tom Cole
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "It has become painfully clear that both President Trump and Leader McConnell have caved to the corrupt leadership of the NRA once again and will not move legislation to address gun violence President Trump would rather protect his political interests than protect American lives" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is taking lives across this country every day. When will Senate Republicans finally say #EnoughIsEnough? It's long past time for Leader McConnell to hold a Senate vote on the House-passed bipartisan background checks bill." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Shooting in Fresno, California Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "All Americans are shocked & heartbroken by the latest act of horror & bloodshed at a family gathering in Fresno, California. Enough is enough. @SenateMajLdr McConnell must finally allow a vote on the Bipartisan Background Checks Act. #EndGunViolence" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 18, 2019 Call for Senate to Act After Fresno Mass Shooting Rep. Jim Costa
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Senator Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans: Your continued refusal to act is inexcusable #EnoughIsEnough American lives are at stake Stop playing games Put the House-passed bipartisan, universal background checks bill up for a vote immediately" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 17, 2019 Tweet - "For the second consecutive week, the U.S. Senate--under Senator Mitch McConnell's control--didn't vote on a SINGLE piece of legislation. Senator McConnell: Stop playing games. Put the House-passed bipartisan, universal background checks bill up for a vote immediately." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 16, 2019 STATEMENT - Congressman Jeff Van Drew Responds to Last Nights Shooting at Pleasantville High School Rep. Jeff Van Drew
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "My heart aches for the victims, survivors, families, community impacted by the school shooting in California That it occurred as Senators Blumenthal & Murphy were demanding the Senate pass background checks underscores how frequently these shootings occur It's past time to act" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate has spent the last two weeks without a single vote on any legislation. Senate Republicans, Senator Mitch McConnell, and President Trump: Stop bowing down to the corrupt leadership of the NRA and support universal background checks legislation now." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Senator Murray Delivers Speech on Need for Gun Safety Legislation Moments Before News of California School Shooting Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2019 Rep. Waters Statement on the Saugus High School Shooting in Los Angeles County Rep. Maxine Waters
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Senate Republicans led by @SenateMajLdr McConnell are STILL blocking the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks bill. #EnoughIsEnough Take action now to reduce gun violence. Our kids need protection from this relentless nightmare." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Senator McConnell: Stop the games. Do the right thing. Put the House-passed, bipartisan universal background checks bill on the floor for a vote immediately." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Praying for the victims & their families as Santa Clarita joins a devastatingly long list of communities impacted by gun violence. But prayers are not enough. We need action. We need Senate GOP & Trump to have the courage to stop the murder of kids & pass gun safety reform." Sen. Ben Luján
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we mourn another gun violence tragedy, another school shooting. Today, the Senate had an opportunity to vote on bipartisan legislation passed by the House 9 months ago to close background check loopholes. Today, Senate Republicans obstructed a vote to help save lives." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by another senseless act of gun violence, this time in Santa Clarita, CA. My heart goes out to the victims, their families and friends. To my Senate colleagues, it's been nearly 260 days since the House passed violence prevention legislation. When will you act?" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 14, 2019 Nadler, Bass Statement on Saugus High School Shooting Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "We are closely following updates regarding the school shooting in Santa Clarita. Thankful for courageous first responders working to save lives & protect the community. What will it take for Republicans to stop blocking efforts to #EndGunViolence?" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "This must end. Children in America should not live in fear for their lives at school or anywhere else. We have a moral obligation to say: children's lives are more important than gun manufacturers' profits. We must pass common sense gun safety legislation." Sen. Bernie Sanders
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "I'm heartsick for the victims of this horrifying shooting and their families. We shouldn't have to live like this. Students shouldn't live in fear when they go to school. We must act now to end gun violence." Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "We can't allow school shootings to be normalized. We must take action to end gun violence." Sen. Cory Booker
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Remember--back in August, after the tragic mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, & Odessa, Pres. Trump & the GOP promised to work with Democrats to address gun violence. But nothing has happened since. No plans presented, no compromises delivered. A tragic failure in leadership." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Pelosi Statement on School Shooting in Santa Clarita, California Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 14, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Blumenthal
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Students, families, & residents of yet another community have been left traumatized by gun violence. This time in Santa Clarita. #EnoughIsEnough, @senatemajldr. Take up & pass #HR8 and send bipartisan background checks legislation to POTUS to sign. Inaction is not an option." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Devastating reports of yet another school shooting. Thoughts and prayers are not enough. Senate Dems *today* asked that the Senate take up the bipartisan background checks bill that the House passed in February. Senate Rs objected, saying the bill "should not be fast tracked."" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "I just took to the floor with Senators Murphy, Blumenthal, and Murray to demand that the Senate pass the House-passed, bipartisan universal background checks bill. Universal background checks are overwhelmingly supported by Americans. But Republicans objected." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Dec. 17, 2019 Maloney, Markey Applaud Gun Violence Research Funding in Bipartisan Spending Agreement Sen.Ed Markey, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate hasn't debated legislation to expand background checks. The Senate hasn't debated legislation to reduce the cost of health care. Republican Leadership has refused to work with us on bipartisan solutions to secure our elections. Sen. McConnell: It's past time to act!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 DeLauro Secures $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding Rep.Rosa DeLauro
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats fought to secure $25 million for @CDCgov and the @NIH to research gun violence and prevention for the first time in over 20 years. This is crucial. The NRA's vice grip on Congress is loosening. We will continue to do everything we can to stop gun violence in America." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Chairman Thompson Hails Inclusion of Gun Violence Research And NICS Funding in Spending Deal Rep.Mike Thompson
Dec. 16, 2019 Murphy Statement on Securing $25 Million in Gun Research Funding Included in Appropriations Bill Sen.Chris Murphy
Dec. 16, 2019 Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 7 years since 26 children and teachers were taken from us at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It is shameful that, after such a senseless, horrific tragedy, the GOP still will not act. I continue to urge the Senate to take up House-passed legislation to #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Seven years ago today, 26 lives were lost in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. My heart still breaks for the victims and their families. It is almost unimaginable that such a tragic event could ever take place. And yet, what has Congress done to address gun violence?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "7 years ago, 26 lives were lost at Sandy Hook Elementary This month, I met with @NewtownAction & survivors from NY to talk about the urgent need for Senate action to stop gun violence Sen. McConnell: Let's start by voting on the bipartisan, universal background checks bill now" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 14, 2019 Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been over 280 days since the House passed bipartisan legislation to #EndGunViolence. It's been 7 years since 26 innocent children and adults were gunned down at Sandy Hook Elementary School. It's been 7 years too long. It's time for the Senate to act." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It has been seven years since the tragic shooting at #SandyHook Elementary School. Today, we continue to grieve, and we remain inspired by the courageous action of so many to stop the epidemic of gun violence that is shattering American communities. https://www.speaker.gov/newsroom/121419 " Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Houston Police Chief Acevedo has it right. The NRA has such a tight grip on Republican members of Congress that they are refusing to pass the Violence Against Women Act because of a provision that would keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers. What a disgrace." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 12, 2019 Menendez, Booker Statement on Fatal Jersey City Shooting Sen.Cory Booker, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Warner & Kaine Applaud Congressional Passage of the Virginia Beach Strong Act Sen.Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Hyde-Smith cosponsors bill to protect businesses, consumers from misguided federal agency initiatives Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
Dec. 10, 2019 Booker Statement on Tragic Shooting in Jersey City Sen.Cory Booker
Dec. 10, 2019 Constitutional Carry States' Rights Act Introduced in the House Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 9, 2019 Rep. Cline Statement on Citizen Efforts in Defense of the Second Amendment Rep.Ben Cline
Dec. 8, 2019 Gottheimer Commemorates Lives Lost Seven Years Ago in Sandy Hook Tragedy, Calls for Unity Against Gun Violence Rep.Josh Gottheimer
Dec. 7, 2019 Amata's Statement Regarding Military Base Shootings Rep.Aumua Amata Radewagen
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The shootings in Pearl Harbor and Pensacola this week are heartbreaking. My prayers are with the victims and their families, and with all those suffering from our nation's epidemic of gun violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 6, 2019 Reed Statement on Shooting at U.S. Naval Base Sen.Jack Reed
Dec. 5, 2019 Murphy: There's Been a Sea Change on Anti-Gun Violence Rep.Jahana Hayes, ...
Dec. 3, 2019 Marshall Introduces Home Defense and Competitive Shooting Act Sen.Roger Marshall
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today the gun lobby urged the Supreme Court to rule on a gun dispute that is already moot. Why? Because they want the Court to use this case to issue a sweeping ruling that would threaten important gun safety laws all across the nation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - 100+ House Democrats urge House & Senate leadership to prioritize gun violence prevention research funding in FY2020 funding bill Rep.Diana DeGette, ...
Dec. 2, 2019 Murphy: The Anti-Gun Violence Movement is Stronger than the Gun Lobby Sen.Chris Murphy
Dec. 1, 2019 The Daily Bulletin - Congress must enact common sense gun control policies: Norma Torres Rep.Norma Torres
Nov. 25, 2019 Tweet - "We need to treat gun violence like the public health crisis that it is, and that includes funding gun violence prevention research @CDCgov so we can do more to save lives." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and CEO of Facebook - Senator Markey Demands Answers from Facebook on Gun-Permitting Scam by Company "Concealed Online" Sen.Jack Reed, ...
Nov. 24, 2019 Tweet - "We have a moral responsibility in Congress to treat gun violence like the public health crisis that it is, and that includes funding gun violence prevention research @CDCgov. Congress must authorize this vital funding that could help us save lives." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 23, 2019 Tweets - "Whether calling on @SenateMajLdr McConnell to finally call a vote on life-saving legislation to #EndGunViolence or hearing from young immigration activists, we will never give up our fight #ForThePeople. Here are a few moments that stood out." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 22, 2019 Reps. Tulsi Gabbard, Lucy McBath, and Jahana Hayes Urge House Vote on School Shooting Safety Bill Rep.Jahana Hayes, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Senator Markey Leads Call to Action on Funding Gun Violence Research at CDC Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Rutherford Introduces School Safety Bill Rep.John Rutherford, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseDemocrats marched to @SenateMajLdr McConnell's office to demand action to #EndGunViolence. Thousands of Americans have been killed by guns since the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act more than 265 days ago. The Senate must hold a vote." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 20, 2019 NBC November Democratic Party Presidential Debate Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Congressman Jeff Van Drew Released the Following Statement on the Passing of 10-Year-Old Victim of the Shooting at the Pleasantville High School Football Game Rep.Jeff Van Drew
Nov. 19, 2019 Congresswoman Beatty Pushes for Protecting Places of Worship Rep.Joyce Beatty
Nov. 19, 2019 USA Today - We're ready to resume bipartisan gun background check talks with Trump anytime Sen.Chris Murphy, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - 130+ Democratic House Members Urge Senate Action on House-Passes Bills in Wake of Deadly Shootings Rep.Dina Titus, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Reps. Sensenbrenner and Kelly Introduce Bill to Assist Law Enforcement and Reduce Violence Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Enough is Enough Rep.Joyce Beatty
Nov. 18, 2019 Cole Statement on Tragic Incident in Duncan Rep.Tom Cole
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "It has become painfully clear that both President Trump and Leader McConnell have caved to the corrupt leadership of the NRA once again and will not move legislation to address gun violence President Trump would rather protect his political interests than protect American lives" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is taking lives across this country every day. When will Senate Republicans finally say #EnoughIsEnough? It's long past time for Leader McConnell to hold a Senate vote on the House-passed bipartisan background checks bill." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Shooting in Fresno, California Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "All Americans are shocked & heartbroken by the latest act of horror & bloodshed at a family gathering in Fresno, California. Enough is enough. @SenateMajLdr McConnell must finally allow a vote on the Bipartisan Background Checks Act. #EndGunViolence" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 18, 2019 Call for Senate to Act After Fresno Mass Shooting Rep.Jim Costa
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Senator Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans: Your continued refusal to act is inexcusable #EnoughIsEnough American lives are at stake Stop playing games Put the House-passed bipartisan, universal background checks bill up for a vote immediately" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 17, 2019 Tweet - "For the second consecutive week, the U.S. Senate--under Senator Mitch McConnell's control--didn't vote on a SINGLE piece of legislation. Senator McConnell: Stop playing games. Put the House-passed bipartisan, universal background checks bill up for a vote immediately." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 16, 2019 STATEMENT - Congressman Jeff Van Drew Responds to Last Nights Shooting at Pleasantville High School Rep.Jeff Van Drew
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "My heart aches for the victims, survivors, families, community impacted by the school shooting in California That it occurred as Senators Blumenthal & Murphy were demanding the Senate pass background checks underscores how frequently these shootings occur It's past time to act" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate has spent the last two weeks without a single vote on any legislation. Senate Republicans, Senator Mitch McConnell, and President Trump: Stop bowing down to the corrupt leadership of the NRA and support universal background checks legislation now." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Senator Murray Delivers Speech on Need for Gun Safety Legislation Moments Before News of California School Shooting Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2019 Rep. Waters Statement on the Saugus High School Shooting in Los Angeles County Rep.Maxine Waters
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Senate Republicans led by @SenateMajLdr McConnell are STILL blocking the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks bill. #EnoughIsEnough Take action now to reduce gun violence. Our kids need protection from this relentless nightmare." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Senator McConnell: Stop the games. Do the right thing. Put the House-passed, bipartisan universal background checks bill on the floor for a vote immediately." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Praying for the victims & their families as Santa Clarita joins a devastatingly long list of communities impacted by gun violence. But prayers are not enough. We need action. We need Senate GOP & Trump to have the courage to stop the murder of kids & pass gun safety reform." Sen.Ben Luján
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we mourn another gun violence tragedy, another school shooting. Today, the Senate had an opportunity to vote on bipartisan legislation passed by the House 9 months ago to close background check loopholes. Today, Senate Republicans obstructed a vote to help save lives." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by another senseless act of gun violence, this time in Santa Clarita, CA. My heart goes out to the victims, their families and friends. To my Senate colleagues, it's been nearly 260 days since the House passed violence prevention legislation. When will you act?" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 14, 2019 Nadler, Bass Statement on Saugus High School Shooting Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "We are closely following updates regarding the school shooting in Santa Clarita. Thankful for courageous first responders working to save lives & protect the community. What will it take for Republicans to stop blocking efforts to #EndGunViolence?" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "This must end. Children in America should not live in fear for their lives at school or anywhere else. We have a moral obligation to say: children's lives are more important than gun manufacturers' profits. We must pass common sense gun safety legislation." Sen.Bernie Sanders
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "I'm heartsick for the victims of this horrifying shooting and their families. We shouldn't have to live like this. Students shouldn't live in fear when they go to school. We must act now to end gun violence." Sen.Elizabeth Warren
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "We can't allow school shootings to be normalized. We must take action to end gun violence." Sen.Cory Booker
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Remember--back in August, after the tragic mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, & Odessa, Pres. Trump & the GOP promised to work with Democrats to address gun violence. But nothing has happened since. No plans presented, no compromises delivered. A tragic failure in leadership." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Pelosi Statement on School Shooting in Santa Clarita, California Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Nov. 14, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Blumenthal
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Students, families, & residents of yet another community have been left traumatized by gun violence. This time in Santa Clarita. #EnoughIsEnough, @senatemajldr. Take up & pass #HR8 and send bipartisan background checks legislation to POTUS to sign. Inaction is not an option." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Devastating reports of yet another school shooting. Thoughts and prayers are not enough. Senate Dems *today* asked that the Senate take up the bipartisan background checks bill that the House passed in February. Senate Rs objected, saying the bill "should not be fast tracked."" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "I just took to the floor with Senators Murphy, Blumenthal, and Murray to demand that the Senate pass the House-passed, bipartisan universal background checks bill. Universal background checks are overwhelmingly supported by Americans. But Republicans objected." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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