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We prevent gun violence and other gun tragedies in Texas through education, partnerships, and policy change. Join us! txgunsense.org
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June is Gun Violence Awareness Month. Take a moment to honor victims of senseless gun violence and hope for the change that can make safer communities.

Learn about common sense gun laws and advocacy resources at txgunsense.org or the link in our bio.
It’s important we stay active and engaged with the issue yearlong. We send out weekly LTE alerts to our emailing list — sending key articles and talking points so you can quickly respond to what’s happening in the news.

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As we near the end of the 89th Legislative Session, we reflect on the various efforts made by Texans to create safer communities as well as new dangers we must push back on and prevent.

Read this article by the Austin Monitor for more: austinmonitor.com/stories/2025/0…
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Today we honor the memory of 21 innocent lives lost & countless others forever impacted 3 yrs ago at #RobbElementary. We remain committed to ending #gunviolence. Our hearts are always w/ #Uvalde.

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Despite tireless advocacy from Texans, leaders did not even call a hearing on Raise the Age this session. Lawmakers are ignoring the voices of Texans they are supposed to serve.

Use our Legislative Vote Tracker to hold them accountable for their actions.

🔗 txgunsense.org/scorecard
We want to highlight State Senator Roland Gutierrez from Uvalde who has honored with action, not just words. Use our Legislative Vote Tracker to see how Texas lawmakers have voted on important gun policies and hold them accountable for their actions.

🔗: txgunsense.org/scorecard
Three years ago today, 19 students and 2 teachers were killed by a shooter at Robb Elementary school. We will always remember their names and stand beside the Uvalde community. We will never stop fighting to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
…Public Safety & Veterans’ Affairs, Speaker Burrows, and your representative.

Scripts and phone numbers will be provided. Link in bio.
Join us TODAY for a Day of Action to Raise the Age! We’re asking you to call 13 representatives for the 13 hours the Uvalde families had to wait to testify on the Raise the Age bill two years ago — 11 members on the House Committee on Homeland Security…
Join us on Wednesday, April 16 at 6 PM CST for a virtual training on building power, engaging with lawmakers, and staying grounded in tough conversations. Featuring Kris Brown from Brady United, in collab. with Students Engaged & Team Enough.

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4ic91B2
We need your voice to change the tide. We’re collecting video and written submissions with from Texans who support raising the age. Whether you're a survivor, gun owner, parent, educator, or simply someone who wants to see safer gun laws, your perspective matters.

Share your story: bit.ly/4hgXEYe
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Our Raise the Age Day of Action is 4/18 — the two-year anniversary of the committee hearing on HB 2744.

The fight to raise the age to 21 to purchase semi-automatic rifles like AR-15’s continues. Despite overwhelming public support, lawmakers have taken no significant action in favor of this policy.
We have just released our How to Testify Toolkit for your convenience. Whether you plan to speak or simply record your support or opposition, this guide will walk you through the process.
To make it even easier, we’re launching weekly LTE alerts throughout the legislative session. Each week, we’ll send key articles and talking points so you can quickly respond to what’s happening in the news. Sign up for weekly LTE alerts here: bit.ly/3Xzz4Le
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We’ve put together a Letter to the Editor Toolkit to help you craft a compelling letter, get published, and make an impact. Whether you’re a first-time writer or a seasoned advocate, this guide will walk you through the process. Download the LTE Toolkit here: bit.ly/TXLTEtoolkit
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Right now, Texas lawmakers are making critical decisions about gun safety. One of the most powerful ways to influence the conversation is by writing a Letter to the Editor (LTE) to your local newspaper. 📝
This tragic incident was accidental but could have been prevented by stronger gun storage safety laws and safe gun storage practices, such as using a gun lock.

Sign the petition to refuse inaction on gun violence: bit.ly/4hzbmGE
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On Tuesday March 18, a three year old inside a car parked outside Hunt County Regional Medical Center was critically injured by a loaded and unsecured rifle going off.

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Demand our lawmakers to honor with action, not words – because we can’t accept the senseless death of our youth. Use our Legislative Vote Tracker to stay informed on how lawmakers have acted on gun laws: txgunsense.org/scorecard

Sign the petition to refuse inaction on gun violence: bit.ly/4hzbmGE
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Texas Gun Sense does not endorse nor oppose any candidates. This tool is intended to educate voters on legislators’ records regarding gun violence prevention and promote accountability. It’s important...
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Our youth are being subjected to extreme conditions of violence and trauma. Legislation that expands secure gun storage laws and raises the age to purchase firearms can prevent these tragic incidents of gun violence.
Arlington PD have said that Selby-Mukum was using a social media app to sell guns and had arranged a meeting with a potential buyer in January, and this led to a fatal altercation.
On January 13, 19-year-old Zacchaeus Selby-Mukum, who had been injured in the 2021 Timberview High School shooting, was found dead by gun-wound in Arlington. Two months later, the 17-year old suspect of his murder was arrested in Fort Worth.

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Stay informed on how Texas lawmakers vote on gun safety legislation with the Texas Gun Sense Legislative Vote Tracker. This tool provides a comprehensive record of lawmakers’ stances on key gun-related bills, empowering constituents with the knowledge to hold lawmakers accountable.