Rep. Omar's Statement on Bipartisan Gun Violence Prevention Bill
Statement
Issues: Guns
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) issued the following statement after the House passed the bipartisan gun violence prevention bill.
"Today, I was proud to support the most significant gun safety legislation in over 30 years," said Rep. Omar. "This is an important first step to save lives and stop the gun violence epidemic that has plagued our communities for far too long. This legislation will support youth in crisis, improve school mental health resources, protect victims of domestic abuse, and support suicide prevention. While these measures will provide meaningful change, this is just a start. Our work to end gun violence continues."
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