[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 20 (Wednesday, February 3, 2021)]
[House]
[Pages H283-H284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             OBSERVING NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE SURVIVORS WEEK

  (Mr. EVANS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to observe National Gun Violence 
Survivors Week.
  During this pandemic, gun violence has increased in many communities, 
including my city of Philadelphia. We suffered 50 homicides last month 
alone.
  We must pass reforms like universal background checks and closing the 
Charleston loophole. The House acted in 2019, but the Senate did not. 
While these bills would not stop 100 percent of shootings, they would 
certainly save some lives.
  We must also help the victims and the survivors of this violence. Too 
often, they don't know where to turn or what kinds of things or help 
are available. That is why Senator Casey and I will soon reintroduce 
our Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act.
  In the last session, we had nearly 80 cosponsors in the House. I 
invite you

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both, new and returning Members, to add your name. Our fellow Americans 
need our help.

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