WASHINGTON–Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the bipartisan group of 20 senators that negotiated the agreement to address gun safety and mental health, released the following statement today after voting to pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act:
“Today, we are one step closer to keeping Americans safer from gun violence. By closing the so-called “Boyfriend Loophole,” bolstering red flag laws, investing in community violence intervention, and making substantial investments in community mental health, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act will help save lives. It is proof bipartisanship can still work in the U.S. Senate.
“I’d like to thank Senator Murphy, Senator Sinema, Senator Cornyn, and Senator Tillis for their determined efforts to make this legislation a reality. I am even more grateful to the millions of Americans who have worked tirelessly to keep this issue front and center. When this bill passes the House and President Biden swiftly signs it into law, this will be their victory.”
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