Expressing support for the designation of September 9, 2025, as National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day to educate about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and securely as an essential component of suicide prevention.
Summary
This House Resolution expresses support for designating September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day." The goal is to educate the public about the firearm suicide crisis and promote safe firearm storage practices. It encourages public health professionals to discuss gun safety and suicide prevention with patients.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would raise awareness about firearm suicide and promote safe gun storage. It may lead to increased discussions about mental health and responsible gun ownership. Ultimately, it seeks to reduce firearm suicides through education and preventative measures.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of firearm suicide risks.
- Promotion of safe firearm storage practices.
- Encouragement of conversations between healthcare providers and patients about gun safety.
- Potential reduction in firearm suicide rates.
- Support for national and local organizations working on suicide prevention.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is non-binding and relies on voluntary action.
- It may face opposition from groups concerned about gun rights.
- The impact on actual suicide rates may be limited.
- Potential for political polarization of the issue.
- Limited resources are allocated to support the initiative.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution by promoting the general welfare. While the Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms, this resolution focuses on responsible gun ownership and suicide prevention, which does not infringe upon that right. It does not mandate any specific actions but encourages education and awareness, which falls within the purview of promoting public health and safety.
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).