Declaring gun violence a public health crisis.
Summary
House Resolution 835 declares gun violence a public health crisis. It urges a coordinated, whole-of-government effort to address the issue and ensure the safety of all children. The resolution also encourages the CDC to continue its work utilizing a four-step public health approach to violence prevention, expand research and data collection, and urges the Surgeon General to issue a report on firearm injuries and violence prevention.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would likely lead to increased funding for research into gun violence prevention. It may also result in new policies aimed at reducing gun violence. The resolution itself does not create any new laws or regulations, but it signals a commitment from the House of Representatives to address the issue.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of gun violence as a public health issue.
- Potential for increased funding for research into gun violence prevention.
- Development of new strategies for preventing gun violence.
- Improved data collection on gun violence.
- A more coordinated, whole-of-government approach to addressing gun violence.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is non-binding and may not lead to any concrete action.
- Increased focus on gun violence as a public health issue could lead to increased regulation of firearms, which may be opposed by some.
- Potential for disagreement on the best strategies for preventing gun violence.
- Concerns about the use of public health data for gun control purposes.
- Possible infringement on Second Amendment rights.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself does not directly conflict with the Constitution. The Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms, but this right is not unlimited. The government can regulate firearms to promote public safety. However, any regulations enacted as a result of this resolution would need to be carefully crafted to avoid infringing on Second Amendment rights. The resolution also aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, which allows the government to promote the health and safety of its citizens.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).