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That Congress— (1) recognizes the 250th anniversary of the United States as a moment to reaffirm a national commitment to saving lives, reducing gun violence, and strengthening public safety; (2) honors the lives lost to gun violence and provides support for survivors, families, and communities impacted; (3) commends the efforts of community leaders, law enforcement, public health professionals, community violence intervention practitioners, and advocates working to prevent gun violence and promote safety; (4) prioritizes support for law enforcement efforts to collect and publish data about violent crimes, improve clearance rates for homicides and shootings, and expand training in deescalation tactics; (5) supports expanded investment in proactive, community-based strategies that stop violence before it occurs by identifying individuals at high risk and intervening with credible messengers and customized services that address the root causes of violence; (6) commits to ensuring robust funding for victim services so many can take the first steps towards recovery; (7) affirms that preventing gun violence and saving lives must be a national priority as the United States enters its next 250 years; and (8) pursues policies that strengthen public safety, uphold constitutional rights, and protect the well-being of all people of the United States.