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BillHR 9274 · 119

Gun Violence Prevention and Public Safety Database Act of 2026

Introduced
Jun 11, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a database to track gun violence and improve public safety. Requires the collection and analysis of data related to gun violence to inform prevention efforts.

Sponsored By

Valerie P. Foushee
Democrat · North Carolina · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 11, 2026
  3. Jun 11, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects law enforcement agencies, gun violence researchers, and the general public, by providing them with access to comprehensive data on gun violence to help identify trends and develop strategies for prevention. It also impacts communities affected by gun violence, who may see improved public safety measures as a result of the data-driven approaches.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedJun 11, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.