Congress honors Pulse victims, reaffirms solidarity with LGBTQ+ communities
H.Res. 514 — Commemorating 9 years since the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016. · Filed by Darren Soto (D-FL) · 41 cosponsors · Introduced Jun 12, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This is a House resolution commemorating the 49 victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando on June 12, 2016—nine years ago. It honors the dead by name, expresses support for survivors and families, praises first responders, and calls for continued work on gun safety and mental health legislation.
Why we flagged it
This is a straightforward House resolution memorializing victims of a mass shooting and expressing solidarity with affected communities. It contains no legislative mechanism, appropriation, or policy change—only symbolic recognition and a call for future action on gun safety.
Who it affects
This is a memorial resolution with no direct legislative mechanism or cost. It affirms public solidarity with victims and survivors of mass violence and signals congressional support for gun safety measures—a public good.