Congressman Crow Leads Resolution to Highlight How Secure Firearms Storage Saves Lives of Children, Teens
Watch Congressman Crow’s Full Remarks on Ask Day
WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-06), a member of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, has introduced a resolution designating June 21 as National Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Day – a day to highlight the importance of secure firearms storage.
Firearms are the leading cause of death among children and teens in America, with an average of 22 young Americans killed or injured as a result of a firearm every day. Nationwide, more than 4.6 million children live in homes with access to unsecured guns, and 85 percent of unintentional shooting deaths occur at home. Additionally, more than 75 percent of school shootings are facilitated by kids having access to unsecured or unsupervised firearms at home.
Congressman Crow’s resolution would designate June 21 as National Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Day, a day meant to encourage parents to ask beforehand if their children will be visiting a home with an unsecured gun. June 21 marks the first day of summer, when children and teens are out of school and tend to spend more time at the homes of friends and family members.
“Sadly, our Colorado community knows the pain of gun violence all too well. As a dad, I believe that parents should not have to worry about their children being a victim of gun violence,” said Congressman Crow. “I encourage parents, guardians, and caretakers to ask: ‘Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?’ It's a simple question that could save a life. That’s why I’m introducing a resolution to remind parents that secure firearms storage can go a long way in protecting our kids.”
The ASK Campaign was first established by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 2000 and is currently administered by Brady: United Against Gun Violence, a leading organization in the fight for gun safety.
This resolution builds on Congressman Crow’s long-standing fight to end gun violence in our communities. He voted for and vocally supports the proper implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities law – the first comprehensive gun safety reform package in nearly 30 years.
Additionally, Congressman Crow has long congressional inaction and the growing need for meaningful legislation in the 25 years since the tragic Columbine High School massacre. He has previously led the National Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Day resolution in Congress.
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