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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.

9/23/2025, 5:35 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 684

The bill, H.Res. 684 of the 119th Congress, aims to designate September 9, 2025, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day" in the United States. The purpose is to raise awareness about the increasing firearm suicide crisis and advocate for the safe and secure storage of firearms as a crucial element of suicide prevention efforts. The bill underscores the importance of educating the public on proper firearm storage practices to help mitigate the risk of firearm-related suicides.

Current Status of Bill HRES 684

Bill HRES 684 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 9, 2025. Bill HRES 684 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on September 9, 2025.  Bill HRES 684's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of September 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 684

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
165
Democrat Cosponsors
165
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 684

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 684

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.
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.

Comments

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Ayla Boykin

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5 months ago

I don't think this is a good idea. It's important to talk about suicide prevention, but I don't agree with making a whole day dedicated to it. It might make people feel uncomfortable or singled out. I think there are better ways to address this issue.

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