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Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "#EnoughIsEnough. One year ago, the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act to #EndGunViolence and save American lives. Our communities are dying -- what is @SenateMajLdr waiting for?"
Sen. Ben Luján
Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "Communities all across America have experienced the tragic reality of gun violence -- yet for too long, their pain was met with silence from Congress. That ended 365 days ago, as @HouseDemocrats introduced H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 7, 2020
Support for Gun Rights
Rep. Jamie Comer
Jan. 1, 2020
Issue Position: Pro-Second Amendment
Rep. Pete Sessions
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "We must come together to solve the pressing issues facing our nation. That includes taking a stand to #EndGunViolence & stop this epidemic in its tracks. That's why the House passed common-sense legislation to require background checks to keep guns out of the hands of criminals."
Sen. Ben Luján
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 26, 2019
Tweet - "Prior to our Congress #ForThePeople, it had been years since the House considered legislation to #EndGunViolence. That ended this year, with the passage of #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Passed legislation to lower drug costs; Paid family medical leave for millions of Americans; Strengthened trade deal for our workers; Millions to research gun violence as a public health crisis; And that's just what we've done the last few weeks #ForThePeople."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "This is heartbreaking. My prayers are with victims and their families. I wish them all a full & speedy recovery. The Senate must follow the House's lead and pass legislation to address gun violence. This cannot wait any longer."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 22, 2019
Warner & Kaine Praise Signing of Virginia Beach Strong Act into Law
Sen. Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 22, 2019
Tweet - "House Dems have passed approximately 400 bills #ForThePeople. 275 are bipartisan. We address issues like lower healthcare costs and gun violence prevention. Many remain buried in the Senate legislative graveyard. Do. Your. Job. Mitch."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 20, 2019
Himes Votes for Passage of USMCA, SALT Fix at End of Historic Week
Rep. Jim Himes
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "I believe that Congress has a moral responsibility to confront gun violence. We need quality research to address this public health crisis and I helped secure federal funding to make that happen. #EndGunViolence"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 20, 2019
Sens. Carper, Coons co-sponsor Safe Gun Storage Act
Sen. Chris Coons
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 19, 2019
Rutherford Introduces Bill to Close the Pensacola Loophole
Rep. John Rutherford
Dec. 19, 2019
Tweet - "For the first time in over 20 years, Congress is finally taking action and providing $25 million to study the effects of gun violence on our communities, and how to prevent it so we can save lives. #EndGunViolence"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 19, 2019
GUN VIOLENCE: Senator Murray Praises Breakthrough Funding for Gun Violence Prevention Research
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2019
Demings Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Close Pensacola Loophole
Rep. John Rutherford, ...
Dec. 19, 2019
Baldwin Helps Secure Federal Funding to Conduct Gun Violence Research for First time in More than 20 Years
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 18, 2019
Tweet - "First and foremost, I'm relieved to hear everyone in the Camp Dodge and Johnston communities is safe and that no one was in danger today."
Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2019
Clark Secures $1.1 Billion Increase to Child Care Programs, Funding for Gun Violence Research, Reproductive Health
Rep. Katherine Clark
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "Proud to join @SenBlumenthal & 20 @SenateDems to introduce the Safe Gun Storage Act & promote safe gun storage. Establishing safety standards for firearm locks & safes should be a no-brainer. This is about saving lives. Safe gun storage will do just that."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 17, 2019
Menendez, Booker, Join Colleagues in Introducing Safe Gun Storage Act
Sen. Cory Booker, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Maloney, Markey Applaud Gun Violence Research Funding in Bipartisan Spending Agreement
Sen. Ed Markey, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Rep. Jason Crow Helps Secure $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding
Rep. Jason Crow
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
DeLauro Secures $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding
Rep. Rosa DeLauro
Dec. 16, 2019
Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 16, 2019
Murphy Statement on Securing $25 Million in Gun Research Funding Included in Appropriations Bill
Sen. Chris Murphy
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. 14, 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 - "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. 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. 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
Booker Statement on Tragic Shooting in Jersey City
Sen. Cory Booker
Dec. 10, 2019
Hyde-Smith cosponsors bill to protect businesses, consumers from misguided federal agency initiatives
Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
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
Reed Statement on Shooting at U.S. Naval Base
Sen. Jack Reed
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. 5, 2019
Murphy: There's Been a Sea Change on Anti-Gun Violence
Rep. Jahana Hayes, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "#EnoughIsEnough. One year ago, the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act to #EndGunViolence and save American lives. Our communities are dying -- what is @SenateMajLdr waiting for?"
Sen.Ben Luján
Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "Communities all across America have experienced the tragic reality of gun violence -- yet for too long, their pain was met with silence from Congress. That ended 365 days ago, as @HouseDemocrats introduced H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 7, 2020
Support for Gun Rights
Rep.Jamie Comer
Jan. 1, 2020
Issue Position: Pro-Second Amendment
Rep.Pete Sessions
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "We must come together to solve the pressing issues facing our nation. That includes taking a stand to #EndGunViolence & stop this epidemic in its tracks. That's why the House passed common-sense legislation to require background checks to keep guns out of the hands of criminals."
Sen.Ben Luján
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 26, 2019
Tweet - "Prior to our Congress #ForThePeople, it had been years since the House considered legislation to #EndGunViolence. That ended this year, with the passage of #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Passed legislation to lower drug costs; Paid family medical leave for millions of Americans; Strengthened trade deal for our workers; Millions to research gun violence as a public health crisis; And that's just what we've done the last few weeks #ForThePeople."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "This is heartbreaking. My prayers are with victims and their families. I wish them all a full & speedy recovery. The Senate must follow the House's lead and pass legislation to address gun violence. This cannot wait any longer."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 22, 2019
Warner & Kaine Praise Signing of Virginia Beach Strong Act into Law
Sen.Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 22, 2019
Tweet - "House Dems have passed approximately 400 bills #ForThePeople. 275 are bipartisan. We address issues like lower healthcare costs and gun violence prevention. Many remain buried in the Senate legislative graveyard. Do. Your. Job. Mitch."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 20, 2019
Himes Votes for Passage of USMCA, SALT Fix at End of Historic Week
Rep.Jim Himes
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "I believe that Congress has a moral responsibility to confront gun violence. We need quality research to address this public health crisis and I helped secure federal funding to make that happen. #EndGunViolence"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 20, 2019
Sens. Carper, Coons co-sponsor Safe Gun Storage Act
Sen.Chris Coons
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 19, 2019
Rutherford Introduces Bill to Close the Pensacola Loophole
Rep.John Rutherford
Dec. 19, 2019
Tweet - "For the first time in over 20 years, Congress is finally taking action and providing $25 million to study the effects of gun violence on our communities, and how to prevent it so we can save lives. #EndGunViolence"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 19, 2019
GUN VIOLENCE: Senator Murray Praises Breakthrough Funding for Gun Violence Prevention Research
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2019
Demings Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Close Pensacola Loophole
Rep.John Rutherford, ...
Dec. 19, 2019
Baldwin Helps Secure Federal Funding to Conduct Gun Violence Research for First time in More than 20 Years
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 18, 2019
Tweet - "First and foremost, I'm relieved to hear everyone in the Camp Dodge and Johnston communities is safe and that no one was in danger today."
Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2019
Clark Secures $1.1 Billion Increase to Child Care Programs, Funding for Gun Violence Research, Reproductive Health
Rep.Katherine Clark
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "Proud to join @SenBlumenthal & 20 @SenateDems to introduce the Safe Gun Storage Act & promote safe gun storage. Establishing safety standards for firearm locks & safes should be a no-brainer. This is about saving lives. Safe gun storage will do just that."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 17, 2019
Menendez, Booker, Join Colleagues in Introducing Safe Gun Storage Act
Sen.Cory Booker, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Maloney, Markey Applaud Gun Violence Research Funding in Bipartisan Spending Agreement
Sen.Ed Markey, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Rep. Jason Crow Helps Secure $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding
Rep.Jason Crow
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
DeLauro Secures $25 Million in Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding
Rep.Rosa DeLauro
Dec. 16, 2019
Pelosi Statement Marking Seven Years Since the Shooting in Newtown
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 16, 2019
Murphy Statement on Securing $25 Million in Gun Research Funding Included in Appropriations Bill
Sen.Chris Murphy
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. 14, 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 - "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. 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. 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
Booker Statement on Tragic Shooting in Jersey City
Sen.Cory Booker
Dec. 10, 2019
Hyde-Smith cosponsors bill to protect businesses, consumers from misguided federal agency initiatives
Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
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
Reed Statement on Shooting at U.S. Naval Base
Sen.Jack Reed
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. 5, 2019
Murphy: There's Been a Sea Change on Anti-Gun Violence
Rep.Jahana Hayes, ...
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