What does Preamble of Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to establish a Federal Advisory Council. The purpose of the council is to support victims of gun violence.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The 'Advisory Council' refers to the Advisory Council to Support Victims of Gun Violence established under section 3. The 'appropriate committees' include specific Senate and House committees, as well as any other relevant committee with jurisdiction over matters affecting victims of gun violence. ‘Gun violence’ encompasses various incidents involving firearms, including suicide, homicide, domestic violence, hate crimes, youth violence, mass shootings, unintentional shootings, and threats or exposure to violent acts. A 'victim assistance professional' is defined as someone who assists victims of gun violence, including medical professionals, social workers, long-term care providers, and victim advocates. A 'victim of gun violence' includes individuals wounded, threatened, or witnessing gun violence, as well as relatives, classmates, coworkers, or other associates of those affected.

What does ADVISORY COUNCIL TO SUPPORT VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE. of Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes an Advisory Council to Support Victims of Gun Violence. The Council's membership includes representatives from various federal departments and agencies, as well as victims of gun violence and victim assistance professionals. The Council is tasked with assessing the needs of victims, identifying and disseminating resources, and preparing reports on best practices. The Council must survey victims and professionals, conduct literature reviews, and assess compensation funds. The Council will create a public website and distribute information to various federal, state, and local entities. The Council is required to submit a report within 180 days of enactment and a follow-up report within two years. The Council will establish a process for public input to inform its activities. The Advisory Council is not subject to the Federal Advisory Committee Act. No additional funds are authorized to carry out this Act. The Advisory Council will terminate five years after the date of enactment.

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Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025

Last updated: 4/10/2025 · Introduced: 4/10/2025

Author: Dwight Evans (D-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes an Advisory Council to assess the needs of victims of gun violence and identify available resources.
The Council will survey victims and professionals, review existing literature, and develop best practices for supporting those affected by gun violence.
The Council will create a public website to disseminate information and submit reports to Congress within 180 days and two years of enactment, before terminating five years after enactment.

119th Congressin committeeS. 1466(In Committee)Official page

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