Ohio House Democrats to Host Inaugural Gun Violence Prevention Summit
COLUMBUS – House Democrats today announce the inaugural Gun Violence Prevention Summit aimed at fostering discussions on crucial commonsense policies supported by a bipartisan majority of Ohioans. State Representative Michele Grim (D-Toledo) will be a featured panelist on Taking Guns Out of the Hands of Dangerous Individuals at 10:15am.
The summit will take place February 15, 2024, at the Ohio Statehouse from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and consist of three panels featuring elected officials, law enforcement officers and public safety and health stakeholders to address solutions, legislation and real-world stories that put us closer to stemming the tide of gun violence in Ohio.
- 10:00 AM: Opening Remarks
- 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM: Panel #1
Taking Guns Out of the Hands of Dangerous Individuals - 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM: Panel #2
Promoting Responsible Gun Ownership - 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Break/Resource Fair
- 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Panel #3
Defeating Pro-Gun Crime, Anti-Cop Laws - 12:30 PM: Closing Remarks
- 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Press Conference
Local, state, and national officials will take part on the panels, which include representation from the following groups:
- Brady Campaign
- Moms Demand Action
- Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio
- Ohio Domestic Violence Network
- Members of the House Democratic Caucus
Additionally, the summit will host a resource fair during the event that showcases outside groups and initiatives that align with House Democrats’ commitment to address gun violence.
If you are interested in attending, please visit here to RSVP.
House Democrats Gun Violence Prevention Summit pamphlet is attached to this release.