Pelosi Statement on Senate Bipartisan Gun Violence Prevention Legislation

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after a bipartisan group of Senators released bipartisan gun violence prevention legislation:

"The bipartisan gun violence prevention legislation released today includes a number of important steps to save lives. After the Senate passes this bill, the House will swiftly bring it to the Floor so that we can send it to President Biden's desk.

"Communities across the country will benefit from House Democrats' proposals included in this package, which will help keep deadly weapons out of dangerous hands by encouraging states to establish extreme risk protection order laws and by putting an end to straw purchases. This legislation will also move to close the ‘boyfriend loophole,' which marks strong progress to prevent known abusers from acquiring a firearm.

"While more is needed, this package must quickly become law to help protect our children."