[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 87 (Tuesday, May 23, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H2533-H2534]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             MARKING A YEAR SINCE ROBB ELEMENTARY MASSACRE

  (Mr. ALLRED asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. ALLRED. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, May 24, marks 1 year since the 
massacre at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, 1 year since 19 children and 2 
teachers were murdered, leaving a community forever scarred and parents 
all across the country holding their little ones closer.
  I know my heartbreak won't pass new legislation, but like many 
parents, I am heartbroken.
  I know my outrage won't bring these kids back, but like many Texans, 
I am still outraged.
  I also know that we don't have to live like this. Last year, we 
finally ended 30 years of inaction by passing gun violence prevention 
legislation.
  We can build on that. We can strengthen background checks, pass red 
flag laws, and raise the purchasing age of an assault-style rifle to 
21. All of these policies are overwhelmingly supported by the American 
people, but we have to work together.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues on the other side of the aisle to 
join us in looking for common ground because I know I am willing to 
work with anyone to save lives. The people of Uvalde and all Americans 
deserve no less.

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