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Condemning in the strongest possible terms the September 10, 2025, assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Condemning in the strongest possible terms the September 10, 2025, assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Summary
This resolution condemns the September 10, 2025, assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was shot while speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University. The resolution expresses condolences to Kirk's family and commends the first responders and medical personnel who responded to the incident. It reaffirms the House's commitment to protecting Americans' rights to peaceful assembly and political expression without fear of violence.
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Sponsor (1)
73 cosponsors
- Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4] (R-AL)
- Rep. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4] (R-MO)
- Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12] (R-GA)
- Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2] (R-NV)
- Rep. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36] (R-TX)
- Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2] (R-NE)
- Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4] (R-IN)
- Rep. Balderson, Troy [R-OH-12] (R-OH)
- Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1] (R-MI)
- Rep. Biggs, Sheri [R-SC-3] (R-SC)
- Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12] (R-FL)
- Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-4] (R-CO)
- Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12] (R-IL)
- Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2] (R-OK)
- Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2] (R-TN)
- Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] (R-CA)
- Rep. Carey, Mike [R-OH-15] (R-OH)
- Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1] (R-GA)
- Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27] (R-TX)
- Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26] (R-FL)
- Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19] (R-FL)
- Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4] (R-TX)
- Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3] (R-TN)
- Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1] (R-ID)
- Rep. Gill, Brandon [R-TX-26] (R-TX)
- Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6] (R-MO)
- Rep. Greene, Marjorie Taylor [R-GA-14] (R-GA)
- Rep. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2] (R-KY)
- Rep. Harris, Andy [R-MD-1] (R-MD)
- Rep. Harris, Mark [R-NC-8] (R-NC)
- Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1] (R-TN)
- Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3] (R-LA)
- Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] (R-IN)
- Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9] (R-NC)
- Rep. Jack, Brian [R-GA-3] (R-GA)
- Rep. Jordan, Jim [R-OH-4] (R-OH)
- Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8] (R-TN)
- Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16] (R-IL)
- Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1] (R-CA)
- Rep. Loudermilk, Barry [R-GA-11] (R-GA)
- Rep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13] (R-FL)
- Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA)
- Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11] (R-NY)
- Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1] (R-KS)
- Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9] (R-MI)
- Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7] (R-GA)
- Rep. McGuire, John J. [R-VA-5] (R-VA)
- Rep. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1] (R-WV)
- Rep. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7] (R-OH)
- Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1] (R-TX)
- Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22] (R-TX)
- Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4] (R-WA)
- Rep. Onder, Robert F. [R-MO-3] (R-MO)
- Rep. Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6] (R-AL)
- Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10] (R-PA)
- Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11] (R-TX)
- Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7] (R-NC)
- Rep. Rulli, Michael A. [R-OH-6] (R-OH)
- Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1] (R-AZ)
- Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8] (R-GA)
- Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3] (R-TX)
- Rep. Simpson, Michael K. [R-ID-2] (R-ID)
- Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8] (R-MO)
- Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1] (R-WI)
- Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17] (R-FL)
- Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3] (R-IN)
- Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24] (R-NY)
- Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15] (R-PA)
- Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24] (R-TX)
- Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3] (R-WI)
- Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5] (R-MI)
- Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14] (R-TX)
- Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11] (R-FL)
Money behind the sponsor
Top reported contributors to Mary E. Miller’s campaign committee (2024 cycle) — who funds the bill’s sponsor, not a claim about this bill. Data from FEC.
- NULL $22,349
- SAULSBURY INDUSTRIES $13,200
- THOMPSON THRIFT DEVELOPMENT $11,600
- KASPAR LAW COMPANY $6,600
- INDECK ENERGY SERVICES $6,600
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Actions (2)
- Sep 11, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. · house
- Sep 11, 2025 Submitted in House
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Full text
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
September 11, 2025
Mrs. Miller of Illinois (for herself, Mr. Bost, and Mr. LaHood) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
RESOLUTION
Condemning in the strongest possible terms the September 10, 2025, assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Whereas Charlie Kirk was a devoted husband to Erika and loving father to a precious son and daughter; Whereas Charlie Kirk had accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and was a faithful servant; Whereas Charlie Kirk was a defender of his faith and a soldier for the truth; Whereas Charlie Kirk was a true patriot and believed in the American dream; Whereas Charlie Kirk was a tireless advocate for the right to life, strong families, and the importance of marriage; Whereas Charlie Kirk had a relentless work ethic and was largely self-educated; Whereas Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA at the young age of 18, which became the single most impactful political organization in America for young conservatives; Whereas Turning Point USA Action encouraged young voters to get involved in the political process; Whereas Turning Point USA has a presence on over 3,000 high school and college campuses nationwide; Whereas Turning Point USA has over 650,000 lifetime student members; Whereas Turning Point USA hosted America Fest and Student Action Summit which brought thousands of young conservatives together from across the country to learn and be inspired; Whereas, in September 2025, Charlie Kirk had launched his American Comeback Tour to have engaging conversations on college campuses across the Nation and encourage college students to engage in the political process; Whereas Charlie Kirk sought to have civil and peaceful conversations, even with those whom he disagreed; Whereas, on September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was mercilessly gunned down at the first event of his American Comeback Tour while peacefully speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University; Whereas, shortly before this tragedy, Kirk’s wife Erika had posted Psalm 46:1 on her X account, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble”; and Whereas this moment must be a Turning Point for the Nation and be proof that Charlie Kirk did not die in vain: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) condemns in the strongest possible terms the September 10, 2025, assassination of Charlie Kirk;
(2) applauds the quick response and dedicated service of the first responders and hospital medical team who cared for Charlie Kirk;
(3) expresses sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the Kirk family; and
(4) reaffirms its commitment to protecting the rights of all Americans to assemble peacefully and to express their political views without fear of violence. <all>
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