Congresswoman McCollum urges Congress to act against gun violence following a shooting at the Dallas ICE facility.
Quiver AI Summary
Congresswoman Betty McCollum addressed the recent shooting at the Dallas ICE facility, which resulted in the death of a detainee and injuries to others. She stated, "Sending thoughts and prayers is not enough. Congress needs to act to end gun violence," highlighting the urgent need for legislative action regarding firearms.
McCollum emphasized the accessibility of high-powered weapons, saying, "Why are we treating these weapons of destruction with more dignity and respect than the people whose lives are on the line?" She called for common-sense solutions and reiterated her commitment to voting for measures like background checks and assault weapon bans.
"The epidemic of gun violence is ripping our communities apart," McCollum stated, asserting that the time for action is now. She urged Congress to prioritize public safety, especially in places where people gather, such as concerts and schools.
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Betty McCollum Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Betty McCollum:
- H.R.5521: To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Peace Corps volunteers, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments, continuous dedication to world peace and friendship, and their honorable service to the Nation for 65 years.
- H.R.5328: Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act of 2025
- H.R.2977: MRRRI Act
- H.R.2976: Cold-blooded Animal Research and Exhibition Act
- H.R.588: Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection and Pollution Prevention Act
You can track bills proposed by Betty McCollum on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for McCollum.
Betty McCollum Fundraising
Betty McCollum recently disclosed $258.1K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 336th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 76.9% came from individual donors.
McCollum disclosed $189.7K of spending. This was the 282nd most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
McCollum disclosed $673.5K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 389th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Betty McCollum's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
