Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationship between firearm violence and intimate partner violence and to honor the memory of Gladys Ricart and other victims of intimate partner homicide killed by firearms, and for other purposes.
HRES 837 is a non-binding House resolution expressing the House's recognition of the connection between firearm violence and intimate partner violence. It highlights statistics showing firearms are used in 66% of intimate partner homicides, disproportionately impact women (especially Black, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Hispanic women), and honors victims like Gladys Ricart. The resolution recommends Congress strengthen background checks, restrict firearm access for those under domestic violence restraining orders, fund research on this intersection, and prioritize related legislation like H.R. 4166. It does not create new law but urges action based on the documented risks. The resolution directly addresses congressional policy priorities, not affected individuals.
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Introduced Oct 28, 2025
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Adriano Espaillat
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