Gun violence

Government

Require firearm purchasers to submit an application, undergo a background check, and take safety education to obtain a license to own a firearm.

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Allow federal agencies to regulate firearm manufacturers and ensure gun safety

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Allocate funds to the CDC and other organizations to research gun violence

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Pass firearm registration laws to ensure that firearms are registered at each point of sale.

Expand firearm prohibitions to include individuals who are at elevated risk for violence.

Enact stronger age requirements for owning or possessing all types of firearms.

Require gun owners to renew their license on a routine basis.

Repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) to hold firearm manufacturers accountable for dangerous and reckless distribution of firearms.

ensure that widespread adoption of prevention efforts is made and shared

schools

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IMPLEMENTING CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAMS TO HELP IDENTIFY AND DEESCALATE DANGEROUS SITUATIONS

ENSURING SUFFICIENT MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS TO CREATE A SAFE SCHOOL CLIMATE

INFORMING PARENTS ABOUT SECURE GUN STORAGE

IMPLEMENTING SCHOOL SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS

Families

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parents who own guns should make sure they are properly stored in safe locations, not easily accessible to others

report their lost or stolen guns to proper law enforcement

Ensure their families are educated on the dangers of guns and how to properly keep safe if using one

If worried about that someone in their family will commit gun violence families have the right to make sure to get that person the help they need.

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Healthcare

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Physicians can advocate for change in order to reduce gun-related injury and death

physicians can counseling their patients about firearm safety.

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promote gun safety among patients

Raise awareness among medical staff

physicians can counseling their patients about firearm safety

Participate in active shooter trainings

make sure their family members participate in active shooter trainings