SB156

Revises provisions relating to the prevention of gun violence. (BDR 18-958)

Vetoed·6/9/25

Establishes the Office for the Prevention of Gun Violence within the Attorney General's office to advise on gun violence prevention and conduct.

This bill creates the Office for the Prevention of Gun Violence within the Office of the Attorney General. The Office is tasked with advising the Attorney General on matters related to gun violence prevention, increasing public awareness of gun violence prevention resources, and collaborating with researchers to develop data and strategies. The Director of the Office may establish a grant program for organizations to conduct gun violence prevention initiatives.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

25 Yea

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14 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

May 30, 2025

9:00 AM

Assembly Government Affairs Hearing

History

Jun 9, 2025

Senate

Vetoed by the Governor. (Return to 84th Session.)

Jun 4, 2025

Senate

Enrolled and delivered to Governor.

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

To enrollment.