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H.R. 1307: Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2025

The Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2025 aims to establish a new office within the U.S. Department of Justice dedicated to addressing gun violence in the United States. Below is an overview of the main components of the bill:

Establishment of the Office

The bill mandates the Attorney General to create the Office of Gun Violence Prevention within the Office of Legal Policy at the Department of Justice. A Director, appointed by the Attorney General, will head this office.

Duties of the Office

The Director will have several responsibilities, including:

Coordination of Programs: Work with existing federal programs and services related to gun violence prevention, ensuring efforts are integrated and effective.
Evaluation of Existing Measures: Assess current laws, regulations, and programs to see how they can be optimized for better gun violence prevention.
Policy Recommendations: Suggest new legislative and executive policies to Congress and the President aimed at reducing gun violence through evidence-based strategies.
Data Collection: Identify gaps in existing data on gun violence and develop a plan to collect and analyze necessary data.
Public Education: Inform the public about federal laws and grant programs related to gun violence prevention, focusing on secure firearm storage and suicide prevention.
Crisis Response Support: Provide help to communities affected by gun violence, including access to mental health services and training for first responders.
Collaborative Efforts: Work in conjunction with various federal agencies to address issues related to gun violence, such as health, education, and housing departments.

Advisory Council

The bill also establishes an Advisory Council to assist the Director. This council will be chaired by the Director and include various key officials from the Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and other relevant agencies. In addition, the Director will aim to include members from different backgrounds, such as survivors of gun violence, community service providers, and public health professionals, to provide diverse perspectives.