Bills · HRES 523
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 523Health
Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2025, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and secure storage of guns in the home.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it addresses a significant public health concern: firearm-related deaths and injuries among children, which are identified as the leading cause of death in U.S. children. By formally supporting a "National ASK Day," Congress aims to raise national awareness about the risks of unsecured firearms in homes and to promote a specific, actionable step parents can take to protect their kids.
If this resolution passes, it won't create new laws or penalties, but it would provide a symbolic endorsement from the House of Representatives for the ASK campaign and responsible gun storage practices. This could lead to increased public discussion, greater adoption of the "asking" practice by parents, and more professionals integrating gun safety into their patient conversations. If it doesn't pass, the ASK campaign and gun safety advocacy would continue without this particular federal endorsement, potentially limiting its reach and perceived urgency.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The House of Representatives supports designating June 21, 2025, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day.
This provision gives official congressional recognition to a day focused on child firearm safety, aiming to increase its national prominence.
PROVISION 02
The resolution encourages parents and guardians to ask about gun storage before their children visit other homes.
This directly promotes a specific, actionable behavior for parents to prevent firearm-related accidents involving children.
PROVISION 03
It encourages public health, medical, and other professionals to discuss gun ownership and secure storage with patients and parents.
This expands the reach of gun safety education by integrating it into conversations with trusted professionals.
PROVISION 04
The resolution expresses support for the overall goals and ideals of National ASK Day.
This reaffirms the House's commitment to child safety and responsible firearm practices promoted by the ASK campaign.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 20
Submitted in House
JUN 20
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 523
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 20, 2025
Last actionJun 20, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOUSE · INTRODUCED JUN 20, 2025
House Res.HRES 523Health
Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2025, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and secure storage of guns in the home.
INTRODUCED JUN 20, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 20, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
17
COMPLEXITY
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