Gun Violence
Beatty's Pledge to Reduce Gun Violence
36,000 Americans are killed by guns every year: equivalent to the population of many Ohio cities. We as a nation have become numb to that statistic. We must do more to close loopholes and advance sensible gun reform legislation.
Highlights of Beatty Work to Address Gun Violence
- Author of the Safer America for Everyone Right Now Act, or SAFER Now Act, which takes a comprehensive approach to the multifaceted problem of gun violence by incorporating a number of widely supported proposals that will keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people and take the most dangerous weapons out of circulation.
- Supports the Bipartisan Background Checks Act to close background check loopholes. The bill represents the first meaningful gun violence prevention legislation to pass the House in a generation.
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More on Gun Violence
My heart goes out to the students, teachers, families, and all impacted by the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic in South Minneapolis.
This heartbreaking act of violence has shaken a community at the start of a new school year. Every child deserves to learn and grow free from fear.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement in response to the tragic shootings in Minnesota and a related personal security threat:
"I extend my deepest sympathies to the loved ones and colleagues of Minnesota Representative and Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and continue to keep State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, in my prayers as they begin the long process of healing.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement in response to the on the targeted shootings of Minnesota elected officials:
"The targeted shootings of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, and former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, are horrifying and unacceptable."
"Violence has no place in our democracy."
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) released the following statement on the deadly shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum.
“I am shocked and saddened by the deadly act of antisemitic violence near the Capital Jewish Museum, where an engaged couple—two young Israeli Embassy staffers—were senselessly murdered after attending an event.
Washington, D.C. — “My heart goes out to the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by the shooting in New Albany,” said Congresswoman Beatty. ”This is a heartbreaking moment for our Central Ohio community. I am grateful for the swift response from our first responders. No one should have to fear for their safety at work. We must continue to stand united as a community against gun violence and the toll it takes on our communities.”
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COLUMBUS, OH – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) reiterated her commitment to the safety and security of Central Ohioans amid right-wing attacks.
“The safety and well-being of Central Ohioans have remained my top priority in Congress since I took office.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement regarding the death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of Memphis Police Department officers:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN AND CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS CHAIR JOYCE BEATTY (OH-03) issued the following statement on the mass shooting at Colorado Springs, Colorado night club:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) voted to pass a package of public safety bills. At the negotiating table, Beatty pushed for and secured funding for de-escalation training, oversight by the Department of Justice, and an emphasis on mental health and breaking the cycle of violence. After the vote, Beatty issued the following statement:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement on the death of Donovan Lewis: