December 19, 2024
This week, our hearts are heavy with grief and anger as we confront more senseless acts of violence at a party attended by teens in Houston and at a school in Madison, Wisconsin. As the 2025 Texas Legislative Session approaches, Texans cannot afford more inaction on gun violence prevention.
Firearms are the leading cause of death for Texas children and teens, and more than 4,600 Texans lost their lives to gun violence in 2022 alone.
This legislative session, we demand lawmakers prioritize common-sense gun laws that will save lives. Too often, gun violence prevention bills fail to even receive a hearing, while dangerous bills are successful. We refuse to accept inaction any longer.
That’s why we’re asking you to join us in sending a powerful message to the Texas Legislature: Texans want action on gun violence prevention. Add your name to our petition demanding that lawmakers take meaningful steps to raise the age to purchase semi-automatic rifles, pass safe gun storage laws, and invest in community violence intervention programs.
Together, we can show our state leaders that Texans are united in demanding policies that protect our families, schools, and communities. Let’s refuse inaction and fight for a safer future.
Thank you for taking action,
Jesse Woche
Advocacy & Outreach Coordinator