Bill · H.Res. 669· House(119-HRES-669)
Honoring the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Introduced
- 9/2/2025
- Last activity
- 9/2/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Ilhan Omar
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 4
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution honors the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The shooting occurred on August 27, 2025, resulting in the deaths of 2 children and injuries to 21 others. The House of Representatives uses this measure to condemn the act of violence and offer condolences to the families. It also recognizes the bravery of first responders, medical teams, and community members. Finally, the resolution stands in solidarity with the affected community and all faith communities and schools impacted by such violence.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Condolences and Recognition: The resolution offers condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and injured, and honors the memory of the victims (Section 1 and 2). This provides formal recognition of their loss.
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Commendation of Service: The House commends the bravery and service of law enforcement, first responders, medical caregivers, school and church staff, and community members (Section 3). This acknowledges those who acted swiftly to protect and help others.
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Community Solidarity: The resolution stands in solidarity with the Annunciation community, the broader Minneapolis community, and all Minnesotans (Section 2 and 4). It also expresses solidarity with all faith communities and schools scarred by violence (Section 7).
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Expression of Hope: The measure expresses hope that the community will heal through unity, compassion, and shared faith (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text.
- 9/2/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 7 Cosponsors added.
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Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Tom EmmerRepublican · Minnesota
Michelle FischbachRepublican · Minnesota
Brad FinstadRepublican · Minnesota
Betty McCollumDemocrat · Minnesota
Kelly MorrisonDemocrat · Minnesota
Pete StauberRepublican · Minnesota