Bill · H.Res. 709· House(119-HRES-709)
Condemning the September 10, 2025, political assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.
- Introduced
- 9/15/2025
- Last activity
- 9/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Earl Carter
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- 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 condemns the political assassination of Charlie Kirk that occurred on September 10, 2025. It honors his life, legacy, and his work with Turning Point USA. The text highlights his roles as a husband, father, and advocate for various political and social causes. It also notes his efforts to encourage young people to engage in the political process through campus tours and events. Finally, the resolution expresses condolences to his family and reaffirms the right to peaceful assembly and political expression.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+5
The resolution reaffirms the commitment to protecting the right of Americans to express political views without fear of violence.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+5
The resolution reaffirms the commitment to protecting the right of Americans to express political views without fear of violence.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution honors the work of a prominent figure who specifically advocated for young conservative engagement in the political process.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Civil Liberties: The resolution reaffirms a commitment to protecting the rights of all Americans to assemble peacefully and express political views without fear of violence (Resolution Section 4).
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Recognition of Service: The House of Representatives applauds the quick response and dedicated service of first responders and hospital medical teams (Resolution Section 2).
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Expression of Sympathy: The resolution expresses sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the Kirk family (Resolution Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+5
- 9/15/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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