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# GPAC Illinois

Gun Violence Prevention PAC

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- [G-PAC ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER WEEKEND MASS SHOOTING IN ROSELAND](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-issues-statement-after-weekend-mass-shooting-in-roseland/) - Witness Reports of Rapid-Fire Shooting Show Urgent Need to Crack Down on Growing Public Safety Threat of DIY Machine Guns Made With a “Switch” For Immediate ReleaseJune 23, 2026 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, today issued a statement following the weekend’s mass shooting in
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS COOK COUNTY BOARD VOTE URGING LAWMAKERS TO ACT ON DIY MACHINE GUNS](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-cook-county-board-vote-urging-lawmakers-to-act-on-diy-machine-guns/) - For Immediate Release May 14, 2026 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, applauded the Cook County Board of Commissioners for voting today to urge the General Assembly to pass the Responsible Gun
- [G-PAC URGES LAWMAKERS TO PASS DIY MACHINE GUN LEGISLATION](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-urges-lawmakers-to-pass-diy-machine-gun-legislation/) - For Immediate Release May 19, 2026 Advocates Rally in Springfield, Call on General Assembly to Pass Responsible Gun Manufacturing Act CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, today joined with Everytown for Gun
- [G-PAC & GIFFORDS PAC-ENDORSED CANDIDATES OVERWHELMINGLY WIN PRIMARY VICTORIES FOR ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-giffords-pac-endorsed-candidates-overwhelmingly-win-primary-victories-for-illinois-general-assembly/) - For Immediate Release March 18, 2026 G-PAC & GIFFORDS PAC-ENDORSED CANDIDATES OVERWHELMINGLY WIN PRIMARY VICTORIES FOR ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY Backed by G-PAC & GIFFORDS PAC, Over a Dozen Gun Safety Incumbents & Candidates Claim Victory CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention advocacy organization, and GIFFORDS
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION DECLINING CHALLENGE TO ILLINOIS LAW](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-scotus-decision-declining-challenge-to-illinois-law/) - For Immediate Release April 7, 2025 G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION DECLINING CHALLENGE TO ILLINOIS LAW BANNING LOADED WEAPONS ON MASS TRANSIT CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, issued a statement today on
- [GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACTION COMMITTEE RELEASES 2025 GUN SAFETY REPORT CARD](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-prevention-action-committee-releases-2025-gun-safety-report-card/) - GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACTION COMMITTEE RELEASES 2025 GUN SAFETY REPORT CARD Ahead of 2026 Elections, Report Card Grades Lawmaker Votes on Common Sense Safety Laws that Safeguard Against Gun Violence CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee (GVPAction) today released its 2025 Gun Safety Report Card highlighting the state lawmakers who voted for meaningful reforms to safeguard
- [G-PAC ILLINOIS ENDORSES SARA FEIGENHOLTZ FOR RE-ELECTION TO ILLINOIS SENATE ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-endorses-sara-feigenholtz-for-re-election-to-illinois-senate/) - G-PAC ILLINOIS ENDORSES SARA FEIGENHOLTZ FOR RE-ELECTION TO ILLINOIS SENATE Senator Feigenholtz’ Perfect Record on Gun Safety is the Clear Choice for SD 6 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, announced today its endorsement of Sen. Sara Feigenholtz for Illinois Senate District 6. “Sen. Sara Feigenholtz
- [G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC ENDORSE CANDIDATES IN CONTESTED STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIMARY RACES ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-giffords-pac-endorse-candidates-in-contested-state-legislative-primary-races/) - For Immediate Release February 2, 2026 G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC ENDORSE CANDIDATES IN CONTESTED STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIMARY RACES Endorsed Candidates Hold Proven Experience on Gun Safety Work CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence prevention advocacy organization, and GIFFORDS PAC, the national gun safety organization founded by
- [G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC ENDORSE ADAM BRAUN FOR ILLINOIS HOUSE](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-giffords-pac-endorse-adam-braun-for-illinois-house/) - For Immediate Release January 21, 2026 G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC ENDORSE ADAM BRAUN FOR ILLINOIS HOUSBraun’s Proven Record of Gun Safety Work Makes Him the Best Choice for House District 13 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention
- [LEADING VIOLENCE PREVENTION GROUPS CONDEMN NATIONAL GUARD ACTIVATION; CALL FOR GUN SAFETY REFORM TO ADDRESS GUN VIOLENCE IN CHICAGO](https://gpacillinois.com/leading-violence-prevention-groups-condemn-national-guard-activation-call-for-gun-safety-reform-to-address-gun-violence-in-chicago/) - For Immediate Release September 5, 2025 LEADING VIOLENCE PREVENTION GROUPS CONDEMN NATIONAL GUARD ACTIVATION; CALL FOR GUN SAFETY REFORM TO ADDRESS GUN VIOLENCE IN CHICAGO G-PAC Illinois, GIFFORDS, Brady, & March for Our Lives Call for Federal Reforms, Restoration of Critical Progress & Other Proven Solutions as Trump Threatens National Guard Deployment CHICAGO — The Gun Violence
- [G-PAC STATEMENT ON POTENTIAL NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-statement-on-potential-national-guard-deployment/) - For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 2, 2025 G-PAC STATEMENT ON POTENTIAL NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois, the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, today issued the following statement in response to reports of potential deployment of the National Guard to Chicago. “As our elected leaders have said, Chicago’s gun violence problem
- [GOV. PRITZKER SIGNS ‘SAFE AT HOME’ MEASURE INTO LAW](https://gpacillinois.com/gov-pritzker-signs-safe-at-home-measure-into-law/) - For Immediate ReleaseJuly 28, 2025 GOV. PRITZKER SIGNS ‘SAFE AT HOME’ MEASURE INTO LAWG-PAC Joins Advocates & Survivors as Pritzker Once Again Leads on Gun Violence Prevention, Signing Safe At Home into Law to Protect Children, Teens, At-Risk People from Gun Violence CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy
- [CHICAGO TRIBUNE: MEASURE BEFORE GOV JB PRITZKER WOULD STREAMLINE FIREARMS ID PROCESS FOR LOW-LEVEL OFFENDERS](https://gpacillinois.com/icymi-measure-before-gov-jb-pritzker-would-streamline-firearms-id-process-for-low-level-gun-offenders-chicago-tribune/) - By Jeremy Gorner | jgorner@chicagotribune.com | Chicago Tribune On the final day of the spring legislative session, the Democrat-led Illinois General Assembly passed a measure intended to make it easier for people who have been arrested for carrying guns illegally to obtain a state firearm permit so they would be allowed to own firearms. The bipartisan bill marked a
- [DAILY HERALD OPINION: SMALL STEPS, BIG STATEMENT: MODIFICATIONS TO STATE'S GUN-CONTROL POLICIES DEMONSTRATE COMMITMENT TO SAFETY](https://gpacillinois.com/daily-herald-opinion-small-steps-big-statement-modifications-to-states-gun-control-policies-demonstrate-commitment-to-safety/) - Despite abundant evidence of the need for better policies on gun safety in our country and our state, achieving them in the face of opposition from the powerful, regulation-averse gun lobby requires determination, political will and, sometimes, a willingness to take small victories where you can. In that spirit, Senate Bill 8, the Safe Gun
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION TO DENY CHALLENGE TO MARYLAND BAN ON ASSAULT WEAPONS](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-senate-passage-of-safe-at-home-2/) - For Immediate Release June 2, 2025 G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION TO DENY CHALLENGE TO MARYLAND BAN ON ASSAULT WEAPONS & HIGH-CAPACITY MAGAZINES CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision today to deny further review of a 4th Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholding
- [GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION ‘SAFE AT HOME’ PASSES GENERAL ASSEMBLY](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-safety-legislation-safe-at-home-passes-general-assembly/) - For Immediate ReleaseMay 29, 2025 GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION ‘SAFE AT HOME’ PASSES GENERAL ASSEMBLY Legislators, G-PAC & Advocates Laud Passage of SB 8 to Protect Children, Teens, At-Risk People from Gun Violence SPRINGFIELD — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, joined with lawmakers today to applaud the General Assembly’s passage of
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS SENATE PASSAGE OF SAFE AT HOME](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-senate-passage-of-safe-at-home/) - For Immediate ReleaseApril 11, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, applauded Illinois Senators for passing Safe At Home to protect more children and at-risk and prohibited people from accessing guns in Illinois. Senate members voted 33-19 Thursday to pass Safe At Home (Senate Bill 8) led by Senate President Don
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION UPHOLDING GHOST GUN RESTRICTIONS](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-scotus-decision-upholding-ghost-gun-restrictions/) - For Immediate ReleaseMarch 26, 2025 Media Contact: maura@boycepossley.com G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION UPHOLDING GHOST GUN RESTRICTIONS G-PAC & Advocates Helped Pass 2022 State Ban on Untraceable, Homemade Weapons CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, today issued a statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling upholding
- [G-PAC ISSUES STATEMENT ON CLOSURE OF CHUCK’S GUN SHOP](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-issues-statement-on-closure-of-chucks-gun-shop/) - For Immediate Release Media contact: maura@boycepossley.com March 10, 2025 G-PAC & Advocates Helped Pass Law to Crack Down on Illegal Guns Flowing Through South Suburban Gun Store CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, today issued a statement on the recent closure of Chuck’s Gun Shop in south
- [G-PAC CALLS FOR PASSAGE OF SAFE AT HOME LEGISLATION FOLLOWING TRAGIC SOUTH SHORE SHOOTING](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-calls-for-passage-of-safe-at-home-legislation-following-tragic-south-shore-shooting/) - For Immediate ReleaseMarch 23, 2025 G-PAC CALLS FOR PASSAGE OF SAFE AT HOME LEGISLATION FOLLOWING TRAGIC SOUTH SHORE SHOOTING CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois, the state’s leading gun violence prevention organization, today called on Illinois leaders to pass Safe At Home legislation to strengthen safe gun storage laws following this week’s tragic accidental
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF KARINA’S BILL](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-passage-of-karinas-bill/) - For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 7, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, applauded Illinois lawmakers for passing Karina’s Bill to better protect survivors of domestic violence. House members passed the bill in a bipartisan 80-33 vote today to send Karina’s Bill to Gov. Pritzker for his consideration, following Monday’s
- [G-PAC WELCOMES COURT OF APPEALS ACTION TO KEEP IN EFFECT THE ILLINOIS BAN OF ASSAULT WEAPONS AND LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-welcomes-court-of-appeals-action-to-keep-in-effect-the-illinois-ban-of-assault-weapons-and-large-capacity-magazines/) - For Immediate ReleaseDec. 6, 2024 John Schmidt, former US Associate Attorney General and G-PAC executive committee member, issued the following statement in response to the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals action yesterday staying the injunction issued by Judge Steven McGlynn of the Southern District of Illinois against enforcement of the Illinois ban on assault weapons and
- [SAFE AT HOME IN THE NEWS](https://gpacillinois.com/safe-at-home-in-the-news/) - Last week, G-PAC's President Kathleen Sances stood with state lawmakers, advocates and survivors of gun violence to kick off G-PAC’s Safe At Home campaign calling on the Illinois General Assembly to change our laws NOW to prevent children, at-risk individuals and criminals from accessing deadly weapons. You can watch the kick-off event and check out
- [G-PAC STATEMENT ON THE RULING IMPACTING PROTECT ILLINOIS COMMUNITIES ACT](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-statement-on-the-ruling-impacting-protect-illinois-communities-act/) - For Immediate ReleaseNovember 8, 2024CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gunviolence advocacy organization, issued the following statement in response to today’sruling on the Protect Illinois Communities Act:“Judge McGlynn’s decision to again enjoin the Illinois ban on assault weapons and largecapacity magazines is completely predictable. He did it before
- [G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC RECOMMIT TO ILLINOIS’S NATIONAL ROLE IN CHAMPIONING GUN SAFETY MEASURES IN THE ABSENCE OF NEW WHITE HOUSE LEADERSHIP](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-giffords-pac-recommit-to-illinoiss-national-role-in-championing-gun-safety-measures-in-the-absence-of-new-white-house-leadership/) - For Immediate ReleaseNov. 7, 2024 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, and GIFFORDS PAC, the nation’s leading gun safety organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, applaud the victories of gun safety champions to the Illinois General Assembly in Tuesday’s General Election and recommit to
- [LAWMAKERS & GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION ADVOCATES CALL FOR PASSING SAFE AT HOME PACKAGE IN FALL VETO SESSION](https://gpacillinois.com/lawmakers-gun-violence-prevention-advocates-call-for-passing-safe-at-home-package-in-fall-veto-session/) - For Immediate ReleaseOctober 10, 2024 CHICAGO — Illinois lawmakers joined today with the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois and numerous gun violence prevention advocates to urge the General Assembly to pass the new Safe At Home legislative package during this fall’s veto session. The Safe At Home legislative campaign was launched earlier today at
- [G-PAC ENDORSES ERIC RINEHART FOR LAKE COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-endorses-eric-rinehart-for-lake-county-states-attorney/) - For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 26, 2024 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC) today announced its endorsement of Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart for re-election. “We are proud to support Eric Rinehart and his track record of improving public safety and prosecuting gun crimes and gun violence in Lake County communities,” said Kathleen
- [G-PAC ILLINOIS & GIFFORDS PAC ENDORSE SLATE OF GUN SAFETY CANDIDATES FOR ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-giffords-pac-endorse-slate-of-gun-safety-candidates-for-illinois-general-assembly/) - For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 25, 2024 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC of Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun violence advocacy organization, and GIFFORDS PAC, the national gun safety organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, announced today a slate of endorsements for Illinois House and Senate races. Since 2015, G-PAC and GIFFORDS PAC have joined
- [G-PAC & LAWMAKERS CALL FOR STRONGER SAFE STORAGE LAW IN WAKE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL SHOOTING](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-lawmakers-call-for-stronger-safe-storage-law-in-wake-of-georgia-school-shooting/) - For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 9, 2024 G-PAC & LAWMAKERS CALL FOR STRONGER SAFE STORAGE LAW IN WAKE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL SHOOTING CHICAGO — In the wake of last week’s school shooting in Georgia, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois joined with Sen. Laura Ellman and Rep. Maura Hirschauer to announce a push to change Illinois’ gun storage
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS SCOTUS DECISION TO LEAVE STANDING IL BAN ON ASSAULT WEAPONS & LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-scotus-decision-to-leave-standing-il-ban-on-assault-weapons-large-capacity-magazines/) - For Immediate ReleaseJuly 2, 2024 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois today welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court decision to deny further review of the Illinois ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, in which G-PAC played a critical role in passing along with state leaders, survivors and advocates. John Schmidt, G-PAC Executive Board member
- [G-PAC statement on today's SCOTUS decision](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-statement-on-todays-scotus-decision/) - June 14, 2024 CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Illinois released the following statement from President and CEO Kathleen Sances in response to today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court striking down the federal ban on deadly bump stocks. “Today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down the ban on dangerous
- [G-PAC Applauds SCOTUS Decision](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-scotus-decision/) - For Immediate ReleaseJune 21, 2024 CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois today applauded the U.S. Supreme Court decision to uphold federal law that bars domestic violence abusers from havingguns when they have an order of protection entered against them. John Schmidt, G-PAC Executive Board Member and former U.S. Associate Attorney General,
- [Karina's Bill' a lifeline for domestic violence victims](https://gpacillinois.com/karinas-bill-a-lifeline-for-domestic-violence-victims/) - By Kathleen Sances and Rebecca Darr Guest columnists From the moment COVID-19 touched our shores, it has exacerbated many of our country's systemic issues, such as racial discrimination and economic injustice. In the midst of shining a harsh light on these matters, COVID-19 has also resulted in what the United Nations refers to as the
- [G-PAC Statement on ILGA Adjournment](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-statement-on-ilga-adjournment/) - For Immediate ReleaseMay 29, 2024 Media ContactMaura Possleymaura@boycepossley.com CHICAGO — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) today released the following statement from President and CEO Kathleen Sances after adjournment of the Illinois General Assembly’s spring session. “After a holiday weekend marked by over 40 shootings, including one that tragically killed 5-year-old Reign Ware, the General Assembly concluded
- [Chicago Tribune Op-ed: Kathleen Sances: Passing Karina’s Bill is crucial for protecting Illinois domestic abuse victims](https://gpacillinois.com/kathleen-sances-passing-karinas-bill-is-crucial-for-protecting-illinois-domestic-abuse-victims/) - As soon as next month, the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to deliver a setback in the work to protect survivors of domestic violence if it rules to allow abusers access to guns. But in Illinois, where state officials, advocates and other committed stakeholders have acted on myriad issues where the court has failed, we
- [STATEMENT FROM G-PAC'S PRESIDENT & CEO KATHLEEN SANCES ON KARINA'S BILL](https://gpacillinois.com/statement-from-g-pacs-president-and-ceo-kathleen-sances-on-karinas-bill/) - For Immediate ReleaseApril 16, 2024 Media ContactMaura Possleymaura@boycepossley.com Statement from G-PAC’s President and CEO Kathleen Sances on Karina’s Bill SPRINGFIELD — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Illinois today released the following statement from President and CEO Kathleen Sances, who joined the many advocate groups at the Capitol today urging state lawmakers to pass Karina’s Bill.
- [GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION PAC ILLINOIS STANDS WITH PARENTS WHO’VE LOST CHILDREN TO GUN VIOLENCE TO ENDORSE SENATOR NATALIE TORO ](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-prevention-pac-illinois-stands-with-parents-whove-lost-children-to-gun-violence-to-endorse-senator-natalie-toro/) - For Immediate ReleaseTuesday, February 20 ContactIsabelle Dienstag (G-PAC)isabelle@sgstrategies.com | (224) 619-9001 Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois Stands with Parents Who’ve Lost Children to Gun Violence to Endorse Senator Natalie ToroToro is running for State Senate in the 20th District ILLINOIS– Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading political force in ending
- [GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION PAC ILLINOIS AND GIFFORDS PAC ANNOUNCES MARCH 2024 PRIMARY CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-prevention-pac-illinois-and-giffords-pac-announces-march-2024-primary-candidate-endorsements/) - For Immediate Release Monday, February 12 Media Contact Isabelle Dienstag (G-PAC) isabelle@sgstrategies.com | (224) 619-9001 Jessica Lee (GIFFORDS PAC) jlee@giffords.org Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois and Giffords PAC Announces March 2024 Primary Candidate Endorsements ILLINOIS– Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading political force in ending gun violence, and Giffords PAC,
- [G-PAC STATEMENT: SCOTUS AGAIN LEAVES IN FULL FORCE IL ASSAULT WEAPONS AND LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES BAN](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-scotus-upholds-assult-weapons-ban/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 14, 2023 MEDIA CONTACT Valerie Jean-Charles gpac@fenton.com G-PAC STATEMENT: SCOTUS AGAIN LEAVES IN FULL FORCE IL ASSAULT WEAPONS AND LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES BAN CHICAGO – Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) released the following statement from John Schmidt, a former U.S. Associate Attorney General and member of the Executive
- [G-PAC CALLS ON ILLINOIS LAWMAKERS TO PASS KARINA’S BILL BEFORE END OF VETO SESSION](https://gpacillinois.com/karinas-bill-veto-session/) - For Immediate Release Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Media Contact: gpac@fenton.com G-PAC CALLS ON ILLINOIS LAWMAKERS TO PASS KARINA’S BILL BEFORE END OF VETO SESSION CHICAGO — Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) released the following statement from President and CEO Kathleen Sances urging state lawmakers to pass Karina’s Bill before the end of this
- [STATEMENT FROM GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION PAC ILLINOIS ON TRAGIC MASS SHOOTINGS AT BOWLING ALLEY AND RESTAURANT IN LEWISTON, MAINE](https://gpacillinois.com/statement-from-gun-violence-prevention-pac-illinois-on-tragic-mass-shootings-at-bowling-alley-and-restaurant-in-lewiston-maine/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 26, 2023 MEDIA CONTACT Adia Aidoo gpac@fenton.com STATEMENT FROM GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION PAC ILLINOIS ON TRAGIC MASS SHOOTINGS AT BOWLING ALLEY AND RESTAURANT IN LEWISTON, MAINE CHICAGO – Today, Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, released a statement responding to the mass
- [G-PAC RESPONDS TO LAWMAKER-LED ANTI-GUN SAFETY DEMONSTRATION IN SPRINGFIELD FOLLOWING DEADLY SCHOOL SHOOTING IN NASHVILLE](https://gpacillinois.com/5986-2/) - G-PAC RESPONDS TO LAWMAKER-LED ANTI-GUN SAFETY DEMONSTRATION IN SPRINGFIELD FOLLOWING DEADLY SCHOOL SHOOTING IN NASHVILLE CHICAGO – Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, released a statement from its CEO Kathleen Sances, responding to an anti-public safety protest orchestrated by gun lobby supporters, including state lawmakers. The event
- [G-PAC RESPONDS TO FEDERAL JUDGE’S RULING THAT ASSAULT WEAPONS BANS ARE “CONSTITUTIONALLY SOUND” ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-responds-to-federal-judges-ruling-that-assault-weapons-bans-are-constitutionally-sound/) - CHICAGO – Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, released a statement following a judge’s decision to deny a motion seeking a temporary restraining order against Illinois’ assault weapons ban. U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall ruled that both the Illinois and Naperville assault weapons bans are “constitutionally sounds.” “G-PAC
- [G-PAC RELEASES STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO SEVERAL SHERIFFS ANNOUNCING THEY WILL NOT ENFORCE ASSAULT WEAPONS BAN](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-releases-statement-in-response-to-several-sheriffs-announcing-they-will-not-enforce-assault-weapons-ban/) - For Immediate Release Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Media Contact: Valerie Jean-Charles gpac@fenton.com G-PAC RELEASES STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO SEVERAL SHERIFFS ANNOUNCING THEY WILL NOT ENFORCE ASSAULT WEAPONS BAN CHICAGO – Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, released a statement from its CEO Kathleen Sances responding to reports
- [G-PAC ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR HB 5471 - AMENDMENT 3](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-announces-support-for-hb-5471-amendment-3/) - For Immediate Release Monday, January 9, 2023 Media Contact: Valerie Jean-Charles gpac@fenton.com G-PAC ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR HB 5471 - AMENDMENT 3 CHICAGO – Today, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC), the state’s leading gun safety organization, released the following statement from its CEO Kathleen Sances, following the Senate’s release of amendments to HB 5471 that
- [G-PAC and Giffords PAC Celebrate 88 Victories in General Election](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-and-giffords-pac-celebrate-88-victories-in-general-election/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 9, 2022 G-PAC and Giffords PAC Celebrate 88 Victories in General Election Endorsed Candidates Win Hotly-Contested Supreme Court Races, Build Supermajority in Illinois House Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading political force in ending gun violence, and Giffords PAC are proud to announce the
- [Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee Releases 2022 Gun Safety Report Card](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-prevention-action-committee-releases-2022-gun-safety-report-card/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, October 26, 2022 Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee Releases 2022 Gun Safety Report Card Representatives like Darren Bailey — also running for Governor — who received an F will set Illinois back in fight for improved public safety Today the Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee (GVPAction) released its 2022 Gun Safety Report
- [Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee Launches Six-Figure Campaign to ‘Halt The Assault’](https://gpacillinois.com/5887-2/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 13, 2022 Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee Launches Six-Figure Campaign to ‘Halt The Assault’ National Gun Violence Prevention Groups Join GVPAC to Activate Supporters of Statewide Ban on Assault Weapons and Large Capacity Magazines Following months of public outcry demanding policy change, today the Gun Violence Prevention Action
- [G-PAC and Giffords PAC Endorse Governor Pritzker and Lt. Governor Stratton](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-and-giffords-pac-endorse-governor-pritzker-and-lt-governor-stratton/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 27, 2022 G-PAC and Giffords PAC Endorse Governor Pritzker and Lt. Governor Stratton Final Round of General Election Endorsements Include 70+ State and Local Candidates Aurora, Ill. — Releasing their final round of endorsements, today the Gun Violence Prevention PAC and Giffords PAC endorsed Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana
- [G-PAC and Giffords PAC Endorse Attorney General Raoul and IL Supreme Court Candidates ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-and-giffords-pac-endorse-attorney-general-raoul-and-il-supreme-court-candidates/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 20, 2022 G-PAC and Giffords PAC Endorse Attorney General Raoul and IL Supreme Court Candidates Chicago — This afternoon, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC and Giffords PAC endorsed Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Illinois Supreme Court candidates Judge Elizabeth M. Rochford and Justice Mary O’Brien in the 2022 general election
- [First Endorsements: G-PAC and Giffords PAC Announce Initial Slate of Gun Safety Candidates in 2022 General Election ](https://gpacillinois.com/first-endorsements-g-pac-and-giffords-pac-announce-initial-slate-of-gun-safety-candidates-in-2022-general-election/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 13, 2022 First Endorsements: G-PAC and Giffords PAC Announce Initial Slate of Gun Safety Candidates in 2022 General Election Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC and Giffords PAC are announcing their first set of endorsements of gun safety candidates who are running in the upcoming Illinois general election on
- [G-PAC Reiterates Call for Assault Weapon Ban Following 29 Mass Shootings in Illinois this Summer](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-reiterates-call-for-assault-weapon-ban-following-29-mass-shootings-in-illinois-this-summer/) - *Sances available for interviews* FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 6, 2022 G-PAC Reiterates Call for Assault Weapon Ban Following 29 Mass Shootings in Illinois this Summer According to the Gun Violence Archive, there were 29 mass shootings in Illinois between Memorial Day and Labor Day of this year, which took 21 lives and injured 139
- [Following Englewood AR-15 Incident, When Will General Assembly Convene for Special Session?](https://gpacillinois.com/following-englewood-ar-15-incident-when-will-general-assembly-convene-for-special-session/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 8, 2022 Following Englewood AR-15 Incident, When Will General Assembly Convene for Special Session? Chicago — Exactly one month after the July 4th mass shooting in Highland Park, a would-be mass shooter drove to Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood with five guns — including an AR-15 — more than a thousand rounds of
- [Campaign Launched to Highlight Importance of Illinois Court Races In Wake of U.S. Supreme Court Rulings](https://gpacillinois.com/campaign-launched-to-highlight-importance-of-illinois-court-races-in-wake-of-u-s-supreme-court-rulings/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 22, 2022 CONTACT Alex Hanns, GPAC ahanns@kivvit.com Anders Lindall at 312-415-0403 Campaign Launched to Highlight Importance of Illinois Court Races In Wake of U.S. Supreme Court Rulings Chicago — A new drive was unveiled today to alert and educate Illinois voters about the critical importance of the November races for the Illinois Supreme
- [G-PAC Launches Legislator Contact Tool at Highland Park Townhall](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-launches-legislator-contact-tool-at-highland-park-townhall/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, July 21, 2022 G-PAC Launches Legislator Contact Tool at Highland Park Townhall TOMORROW: G-PAC to Join Congresswoman Schakowsky, Fellow Advocacy Organizations to Launch “Protect Our Court” Campaign Highland Park, Ill. — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC joined Highland Park Strong, a grassroots group of residents who formed in the wake of the July
- [G-PAC Applauds Pritzker Administration for Swift Action to Tighten FOID Enforcement](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-pritzker-administration-for-swift-action-to-tighten-foid-enforcement/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 18, 2022 G-PAC Applauds Pritzker Administration for Swift Action to Tighten FOID Enforcement Rule Change Keeps Guns Away from Dangerous Individuals G-PAC Continues Push for Gun Violence Measures to be Taken Up in Special Session Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC released the following statement after the Illinois State Police announced a
- [G-PAC Joins President Biden in Celebrating Safer Communities Act, Continues Call for Assault Weapons Ban](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-joins-president-biden-in-celebrating-safer-communities-act-continues-call-for-assault-weapons-ban/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 11, 2022 G-PAC Joins President Biden in Celebrating Safer Communities Act, Continues Call for Assault Weapons Ban Washington, D.C. — At the invitation of President Biden, the Gun Violence Prevention PAC joined survivors, advocates and policymakers like Governor JB Pritzker and Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering at the White House today
- [G-PAC Responds to Highland Park Mass Shooting, Calling on General Assembly to Take Immediate Action](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-responds-to-highland-park-mass-shooting-calling-on-general-assembly-to-take-immediate-action/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 4, 2022 G-PAC Responds to Highland Park Mass Shooting, Calling on General Assembly to Take Immediate Action Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC released the following statement in response to a mass shooting at the Highland Park Fourth of July Parade which, based on most recent reports, has taken six
- [G-PAC Applauds AG Raoul and Illinois State Police’s New Gun Data Portal ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-ag-raoul-and-illinois-state-polices-new-gun-data-portal/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 29, 2022 G-PAC Applauds AG Raoul and Illinois State Police’s New Gun Data Portal Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC released the following statement on Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly’s announcement of a new state-of-the-art online platform to assist law enforcement agencies in investigating gun crimes
- [G-PAC Primary Victories Include Upset in House District 16 with Kevin Olickal Defeating Incumbent State Rep. Denyse Wang Stoneback](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-primary-victories-include-upset-in-house-district-16-with-kevin-olickal-defeating-incumbent-state-rep-denyse-wang-stoneback/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 29, 2022 G-PAC Primary Victories Include Upset in House District 16 with Kevin Olickal Defeating Incumbent State Rep. Denyse Wang Stoneback G-PAC Secured More than Two Dozen Victories in Primary Election Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois (G-PAC), the state’s leading political force in ending gun violence, is proud
- [G-PAC Applauds Congress for Passing Gun Violence Prevention Legislation After 28 Years of Inaction](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-congress-for-passing-gun-violence-prevention-legislation-after-28-years-of-inaction/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 G-PAC Applauds Congress for Passing Gun Violence Prevention Legislation After 28 Years of Inaction Gun Violence Prevention Advocates Call for Continued Federal Urgency Following SCOTUS Ruling Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) is applauding Congress for breaking their decades-long streak of inaction on gun legislation with the
- [G-PAC Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling that Permits Handguns in Public Spaces](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-reacts-to-supreme-court-ruling-that-permits-handguns-in-public-spaces/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 23, 2022 G-PAC Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling that Permits Handguns in Public Spaces Chicago — The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) released the following statement in response to this morning’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that permits handguns in public spaces at the cost of public safety. “The Supreme
- [NYT: Bipartisan Gun Bill Clears Initial Vote in Senate](https://gpacillinois.com/nyt-bipartisan-gun-bill-clears-initial-vote-in-senate/) - The 64-to-34 vote came just hours after Republicans and Democrats released the text of the legislation, which could become the most significant overhaul of the nation’s gun laws in decades. By Emily Cochrane and Annie Karni | Published June 21, 2022Updated June 22, 2022, 5:43 p.m. ET WASHINGTON — The Senate on Tuesday cleared the first hurdle to
- [$14M awarded to 5 community groups to combat gun violence in Cook Co.](https://gpacillinois.com/14m-awarded-to-5-community-groups-to-combat-gun-violence-in-cook-co/) - COOK COUNTY, Ill. — The first Cook County Gun Violence Prevention and Reduction grants haven been awarded, totaling $14 million. The program is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act and aims to aid communities in Cook Co. which are most impacted by gun violence. The five programs receiving this first round of grants are:
- [June 28th is Election Day in Illinois - Make a Plan and Vote](https://gpacillinois.com/june-28th-is-election-day-in-illinois-make-a-plan-and-vote/) - For everyone involved in the gun violence prevention movement, the last month has been one that has made an impact on each of us. Whether it was the violence we saw in Buffalo or Uvalde, or on our own streets here in Illinois, we know that we must take action to ensure that our communities
- [State’s Largest Gun Safety PAC Endorses Congressman Danny Davis](https://gpacillinois.com/gpacendorsesdannydavis/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sunday, June 19, 2022 State’s Largest Gun Safety PAC Endorses Congressman Danny Davis Cites proven record of courageous leadership The Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) announced today the endorsement of Congressman Danny Davis in the democratic primary for the 7th District. “Congressman Davis has been a reliable and fearless leader
- [G-PAC Urges Illinoisans to Wear Orange on Gun Violence Awareness Day, Calls for Urgent Federal Action ](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-urges-illinoisans-to-wear-orange-on-gun-violence-awareness-day-calls-for-urgent-federal-action/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 2, 2022 G-PAC Urges Illinoisans to Wear Orange on Gun Violence Awareness Day, Calls for Urgent Federal Action Chicago — June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) is urging Illinoisans to wear orange in honor of those that we’ve lost to gun violence and is
- [G-PAC STATEMENT ON TEXAS SCHOOL SHOOTING](https://gpacillinois.com/texasschoolshooting05252022/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 24, 2022 G-PAC STATEMENT ON TEXAS SCHOOL SHOOTING CHICAGO – The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) is issuing the following statement in response to the second-deadliest school shooting at an elementary school in American history. “G-PAC is horrified to see reports out of Texas that an eighteen-year-old got his hands on
- [ILLINOIS BECOMES FIRST STATE IN THE MIDWEST TO MAKE GHOST GUNS ILLEGAL WITH GOV. PRITZKER’S SIGNATURE](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-becomes-first-state-in-the-midwest-to-make-ghost-guns-illegal-with-gov-pritzkers-signature/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 18, 2022 ILLINOIS BECOMES FIRST STATE IN THE MIDWEST TO MAKE GHOST GUNS ILLEGAL WITH GOV. PRITZKER’S SIGNATURE CHICAGO – Life-saving legislation pushed by survivors and advocates, including the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC), was signed into law today by Governor JB Pritzker, making ghost guns illegal in Illinois —
- [Primary Endorsements: G-PAC, Giffords PAC, and Brady PAC Announce Gun Safety Candidates in Contested Races](https://gpacillinois.com/primary-endorsements-g-pac-giffords-pac-and-brady-pac-announce-gun-safety-candidates-in-contested-races/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Primary Endorsements: G-PAC, Giffords PAC, and Brady PAC Announce Gun Safety Candidates in Contested Races Chicago — A coalition of gun violence prevention organizations announced their first set of endorsements of gun safety candidates who are running in the upcoming Illinois primary election on June 28th. The Gun
- [G-PAC APPLAUDS THE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO MAKE GHOST GUNS ILLEGAL IN ILLINOIS](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-applauds-the-passage-of-legislation-to-make-ghost-guns-illegal-in-illinois/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Saturday, April 9, 2022 G-PAC APPLAUDS THE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO MAKE GHOST GUNS ILLEGAL IN ILLINOIS Springfield, Ill. – Gun Violence Prevention PAC President and CEO Kathleen Sances issued the following statement in response to the passage of new legislation (HB 4383, SA 2) that will make ghost guns illegal in
- [Committed to Keeping our Communities Free from Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/committed-to-keeping-our-communities-free-from-gun-violence/) - G-PAC was founded to counter the political influence of the gun industry and their lobby in Springfield. To do this, we need champions like state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, who is standing against the corporate gun lobby and actively fighting for policy changes that save lives.Since 2021, Maura has been serving as state representative of the 49th District.
- [Gun Violence Prevention Groups Condemn Launch of AR-15 Assault Rifles Designed Specifically for Children](https://gpacillinois.com/ar15forkids/) - Washington, DC — An Illinois-based gun manufacturer is marketing AR-15 assault rifles designed specifically for children. Manufactured by WEE1 Tactical, and dubbed the JR-15, the company states that the child-sized assault rifles are 20 percent smaller than a standard AR-15, weigh only 2.2 pounds, and retail for $389. The company promises that the children’s assault
- [More than 1,000 people have been murdered in Cook County this year, the most since 1994](https://gpacillinois.com/more-than-1000-people-have-been-murdered-in-cook-county-this-year-the-most-since-1994/) - With a month left in the year, Cook County has logged more than 1,000 homicides for the first time in 27 years. As of Tuesday midday, the medical examiner’s office had recorded 1,009 murders — 100 more than this time last year. The youngest person killed was a 1-month-old boy, the oldest an 84-year-old man.
- [Announcing the 2021 Gun Safety Report Card](https://gpacillinois.com/announcing-the-2021-gun-safety-report-card/) - Today we launched a critical new tool in our fight to end gun violence, the 2021 Gun Safety Scorecard. For the first time, we have assembled a report card designed to show the constituent (you) how your legislators voted on life-saving public safety measures. The Gun Safety Report Card is the culmination of the work
- [A Note from our founder Tom Vanden Berk about 2021 Profile in Courage Awards](https://gpacillinois.com/a-note-from-our-founder-tom-vanden-berk-about-2021-profile-in-courage-awards/) - Thank you to those of you who were able to join us and support G-PAC’s Profile in Courage Award Ceremony this past Monday at Gibson’s Italia. Your continued support and partnership are what propels us in our work and mission. This year’s event was particularly special as G-PAC celebrated a historic legislative win by passing
- [Attorney General Raoul Leads Amicus Brief Supporting Florida’s Firearm Age Regulations](https://gpacillinois.com/attorney-general-raoul-leads-amicus-brief-supporting-floridas-firearm-age-regulations/) - CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in defending a Florida law limiting the sale of firearms to people ages 21 and up. In an amicus brief filed in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, Raoul and the coalition argue that states have the right to
- [UChicago Takes Aim at Chicago’s Persistent Cycle of Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/uchicago-takes-aim-at-chicagos-persistent-cycle-of-violence/) - Nationwide, the rate of deaths by gun violence this year alone is already forecast to reach the highest level in two decades — and Chicago is on pace to reach its highest annual homicide tally in 25 years. The UChicago Urban Network has long been studying violence and the many contributory factors to the problem
- [Influx of guns is 'ground zero for violence' at the end of a bloody summer in Chicago](https://gpacillinois.com/influx-of-guns-is-ground-zero-for-violence-at-the-end-of-a-bloody-summer-in-chicago/) - CHICAGO -- 1,606 people were shot in a single three-month summer period in Chicago. That's the population equivalent to many American small towns. The violence isn't limited to the season: A 14-year-old was shot and killed hours after a separate late September mass shooting where five were wounded. They are numbers, and more significantly lives,
- [The Gun Violence Memorial Project - Get Involved with Keeping Memories Alive](https://gpacillinois.com/the-gun-violence-memorial-project-get-involved-with-keeping-memories-alive/) - Gun violence is a national epidemic that touches every community in America. The sheer scale of this epidemic often reduces victims of gun violence to statistics and ideas of change to empty promises. The Gun Violence Memorial Project launched at the 2019 Chicago Architecture Biennial. The exhibition features four houses built of 700 glass bricks,
- [Save the date for our annual Profile in Courage Award Ceremony](https://gpacillinois.com/save-the-date-for-our-annual-profile-in-courage-award-ceremony/) - We are excited to announce G-PAC’s annual Profile in Courage Award Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 1st at Gibsons Italia with award-winning author and journalist, Alex Kotlowitz, as the keynote speaker. Please click here to RSVP and see the below invitation for further details. This year, we are honored to present the Profile
- [Welcome One Aim Illinois](https://gpacillinois.com/welcome-one-aim-illinois/) - We’re excited today to announce the relaunch of our partner GPEC/ICHV as One Aim Illinois! One Aim is a statewide organization with one goal: ending gun violence in Illinois. The organization is led by survivors, community organizations, and people across the state and informed by evidence-based policy to reduce gun violence and save lives. Check
- [](https://gpacillinois.com/5006-2/) - The National Rifle Association on Tuesday announced the cancellation of the organization’s 2021 annual meeting, which was scheduled to take place in Houston next week. In a statement, the organization wrote that the decision was made after reviewing data regarding COVID-19 in Harris County, which has rapidly spread among the region’s unvaccinated population over the
- [RELEASE: G-PAC’s Gun Violence Prevention Bill Signed Into Law By Governor Pritzker](https://gpacillinois.com/release-g-pacs-gun-violence-prevention-bill-signed-into-law-by-governor-pritzker/) - -PAC Brings Gun Violence Prevention Advocates And Gun Owners Together To Enact Major Gun Violence Prevention Legislation SPRINGFIELD — Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Illinois today made major strides toward reducing gun violence, capitalizing on a multi-year advocacy campaign to deliver a major piece of gun violence prevention legislation that Governor JB Pritzker signed into
- [ICYMI: Gun Safety Organizations Send Letter To Speaker Welch Supporting HB 562](https://gpacillinois.com/icymi-gun-safety-organizations-send-letter-to-speaker-welch-supporting-hb-562/) - Chicago, Illinois - A coalition of organizations supporting stronger gun safety laws recently sent a letter to Speaker of the House Emmanuel “Chris” Welch urging the passage of HB 562 through the House after the Senate passed the legislation. The letter of support was sent as more Illinoisans were killed by gun violence, including a
- [G-PAC STATEMENT: Illinois House Passes BIO Bill](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-statement-illinois-house-passes-bio-bill/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 29, 2021 CONTACT: Jake Strassberger, Press@GPACIllinois.com, 312 982 3744 G-PAC STATEMENT: Illinois House Passes BIO Bill SPRINGFIELD - Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed the Block Illegal Ownership and Fix The FOID (BIO) Bill, a victory for gun safety advocates across Illinois. The legislation passed 60-50 picking up more momentum as
- [STATEMENT On Deadliest Weekend Of 2021 (So Far)](https://gpacillinois.com/statement-on-deadliest-weekend-of-2021-so-far/) - 54 Shot, 12 Dead, Including 15-Year-Old Dajon Gater In Lead Up To Historically Deadly Memorial Day Weekend. SPRINGFIELD — After the deadliest weekend in Chicago so far this year — 54 shot and 12 dead, including 15-year-old Dajon Gater — Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Illinois issued the following statement: “Following the deadliest weekend of the year so
- [A Message from Tre Bosley, Violence Survivor](https://gpacillinois.com/a-message-from-tre-bosley-violence-survivor/) - Dear Supporters and Friends, My name is Tre Bosley and I am a survivor of the unchecked community gun violence that claimed the life of my older brother, Terrell. Terrell was a promising musician who was killed at a church parking lot following band practice in 2006. Losing my brother to gun violence inspired me
- [COLUMN: Summer Is Coming, Illegal Guns Are Spiking — Why Are Lawmakers Waiting?](https://gpacillinois.com/kaw/) - COLUMN: Summer Is Coming, Illegal Guns Are Spiking — Why Are Lawmakers Waiting? By Kathleen Sances – President, Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois – May 12th, 2011 We see it every summer in Chicago. The weather gets warm, we spend more time outdoors, and gun violence spikes. Even last summer, during a stay-at-home order. In
- [A Fingerprint to Protect Our Kids](https://gpacillinois.com/fpoc/) - If you’re a bus driver, a teacher, a firefighter, a health care worker, a National Guardsman, a day care worker … or one of dozens of other front-line professionals, you submit a fingerprint to do your job. One fingerprint protects everyone, but especially our kids. Fingerprinting is the only background check that accurately verifies the
- [G-PAC Illinois Launches Statewide Advertising Campaign To Pass BIO Bill](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-illinois-launches-statewide-advertising-campaign-to-pass-bio-bill/) - SPRINGFIELD – Today Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Illinois is launching the “Our One Job” campaign, a digital advertising and grassroots advocacy effort to pass the Block Illegal Ownership and Fix the FOID Bill (BIO Bill) and curb the flow of illegal guns that cause too many preventable gun violence tragedies. The ads highlight the importance of
- [Statement on Gun Violence Crisis](https://gpacillinois.com/statement-on-gun-violence-crisis/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kathleen Sances 847-920-4722. For now is the time for Legislators to show more than thoughts and prayers to keep Illinois children, families, and communities safe from deadly gun violence As Illinois begins to reopen, we are returning to tragic headlines about senseless acts of violence with guns. Eight people were
- [Women are leading the movement to end gun violence](https://gpacillinois.com/women-are-leading-the-movement-to-end-gun-violence/) - Women’s history month is a time to highlight that gun violence is a women’s issue and women are leading the violence prevention movement. Here are some sobering statistics that highlight why gun violence is a women’s issue: Every month, an average of 53 women are shot and killed by an intimate partner. Illinois’ gun violence
- [This Black History Month, We Honor Dr. Brian Williams](https://gpacillinois.com/on-the-2nd-anniversary-of-the-aurora-shooting-we-reintroduced-the-bio-bill/) - During Black history month, we are proud to honor our board member and gun violence prevention leader Dr. Brian Williams. Dr. Williams is a Co-Director of the Intensive Care Unit at University of Chicago and, because of his work on the front lines saving lives in Illinois, won this year’s G-PAC Profile in Courage Award.
- [On the 2nd Anniversary of the Aurora Shooting, We Reintroduced the BIO Bill](https://gpacillinois.com/press-release-public-safety-advocates-and-survivors-call-for-action-on-the-second-anniversary-of-the-henry-pratt-company-mass-shooting/) - Today, we joined Illinois public safety advocates, gun violence survivors, State Senator Ram Villivalam, and State Representative Kathleen Willis to honor the second anniversary of the Henry Pratt Company workplace shooting in Aurora. We memorialized those lost - Clayton Parks, Trevor Whener, Russ Beyer, Vicenete Juarez, and Josh Pinkard - and those injured in this
- [PRESS RELEASE: Public Safety Advocates and Survivors Call for Action on the Second Anniversary of the Henry Pratt Company Mass Shooting](https://gpacillinois.com/public-safety-advocates-and-survivors-call-for-action-on-the-second-anniversary-of-the-henry-pratt-company-mass-shooting/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kathleen Sances 847-920-4722 Public Safety Advocates and Survivors Call for Action on the Second Anniversary of the Henry Pratt Company Mass Shooting Two years after the Aurora tragedy, it is time to close loopholes to ensure only people who are not a harm to themselves or others have access to
- [A Vaccine Against Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vaccine-against-gun-violence/) - A Vaccine Against Gun Violence As we enter a new year, we must confront the fact that Chicago has seen the most violent January in four years as a result of illegal firearms that flow easily into communities throughout our state. Police have arrested about one person per day for having an illegal gun in
- [Illinois Senate Failed to Act to Protect Public from Dangerous People With Guns](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-senate-failed-to-act-to-protect-public-from-dangerous-people-with-guns/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kathleen Sances Kathleen@Gpacillinois.com 847-920-4722 Illinois Senate Failed to Act to Protect Public from Dangerous People With Guns Unprecedented Number of Advocates and Survivors Vow to Pass Bill to Curb Record-breaking Gun Violence SPRINGFIELD January 14, 2021 - Despite outnumbering the gun lobby opposition with tens of thousands of
- [Gunman armed with an illegal firearm took off on a shooting rampage through the city and suburbs in Illinois’ latest mass shooting.](https://gpacillinois.com/4708-2/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gunman armed with an illegal firearm took off on a shooting rampage through the city and suburbs in Illinois’ latest mass shooting. The Illinois Senate must take immediate action to block illegal gun ownership. CHICAGO, January 11, 2021 – Gun Violence Prevention PAC President and CEO, Kathleen Sances, issued the following statement
- [CHICAGO SUN TIMES EDITORIAL: Year of surging gun violence adds to urgent need to plug loopholes in Illinois gun laws](https://gpacillinois.com/sun-times-editorial-year-of-surging-gun-violence-adds-to-urgent-need-to-plug-loopholes-in-illinois-gun-laws/) - CHICAGO SUN-TIMES EDITORIAL: Year of surging gun violence adds to urgent need to plug loopholes in Illinois gun laws Last year, Chicago police seized 11,280 illegal guns and made 7,236 gun arrests. Under current laws, it’s too easy for criminals to acquire new illegal guns to replace those police confiscated. The Illinois Legislature has a
- [We elected a gun safety majority - now let's get to work!](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-safety-candidates-not-gun-lobby-puppets-2/) - Now that every vote has been counted, I am writing with some great news for Illinois: Because you donated to our campaign efforts, used our gun safety voter guide, volunteered on our phone banks and shared our social media, we elected 57 gun safety candidates in Springfield. More, the country elected a presidential ticket with
- [Gun Safety Candidates, not Gun Lobby Puppets](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-safety-candidates-not-gun-lobby-puppets/) - Chicago is experiencing its most violent September in more than 25 years with shootings up 51%. Now President Trump has nominated an NRA-supported judge with dangerous and extreme views on guns to the supreme court where she may strike down many of our gun safety laws that prevent guns from falling into dangerous hands and
- [Are gun manufacturer profits more important than your family’s safety?](https://gpacillinois.com/are-gun-manufacturer-profits-more-important-than-your-familys-safety/) - As Illinois experiences record levels of violence that continues to take the lives of innocent children, one group of people is making a killing - literally. Who is profiting from the crime guns that are flooding our state? Meet the gun manufacturers that compose the National Rifle Association’s “Golden Ring of Freedom.” While the gun
- [G-PAC 2020 Profile In Courage Highlights and Tommy Vanden Berk Award Rising Leader Award Videos](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-2020-profile-in-courage-highlights-and-video/) - Tommy Vanden Berk Award Rising Leader Award
- [PRESS RELEASE: G-PAC Illinois and Giffords PAC Jointly Endorse 71 Candidates for the November 3, 2020 Election](https://gpacillinois.com/press-release-g-pac-illinois-and-giffords-pac-jointly-endorse-71-candidates-for-the-november-3-2020-election/) - Media contact: Kathleen Sances Kathleen@gpacillinois.com 847-920-GPAC G-PAC Illinois and Giffords PAC Jointly Endorse 71 Candidates for the November 3, 2020 Election Amid historic rates of gun violence, we must elect legislators willing to pass policies to keep our children, families, and communities safe from gun violence. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Today, Gun Violence Prevention PAC Illinois
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - October 1, 2020](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-2020/) - BECOME A SPONSOR OR OR BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE DOWNLOAD THE INVITE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 1, 2020 TIME: 5:45 Sponsor Reception, 6:10 Award Ceremony LOCATION: ONLINE - THIS IS A VIRTUAL EVENT RSVP: Click here to RSVP TICKETS: $250 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 - Platinum Sponsor $5,000
- [Reject Trump’s Agenda of Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/reject-trumps-agenda-of-violence/) - Friend, Illinois is in crisis, as each day we are met with tragic news of another shooting. Last night a mass shooting took place, where at least 15 were shot outside a funeral in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood. This shooting comes after a weekend of violence when 71 people were shot in Chicago, and 10
- [G-PAC Responds to President Trump Sending Federal Agents to Chicago](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-reponds-to-trump/) - For Press Inquiries Contact: Kathleen Sances 847-920-GPAC (4722) Kathleen@gpacillinois.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Gun Violence Prevention PAC Comments on President Trump Sending Federal Agents to Chicago As President Trump announces plans to deploy federal agents to Chicago, Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) President and CEO as well as leading Gun Violence Prevention activists are pushing back.
- [147 too many - our communities are in crisis](https://gpacillinois.com/147-too-many-our-communities-are-in-crisis/) - Communities across Illinois are in crisis. This past weekend at least 106 people were shot in Chicago, 13 of them fatally. The victims included a three-year-old child and a 13-year-old girl, Amaria Jones, who was shot as she danced a Tik Tok dance for her mother in her home. This tragedy marks the most people
- [A Convergence of Two Crises: a Virus and Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/a-convergence-of-two-crises-a-virus-and-gun-violence/) - We’ve seen the power of Illinois’s government in coming together swiftly to assemble resources and pass legislation to keep residents safe from a pandemic. Why is our epidemic of gun violence any different? Chicago’s Black communities have been ripped apart for decades by gun violence – with little action from our state legislature. The current
- [Gun Stores considered an Essential Service During IL’s “Stay at Home” Order](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-stores-considered-an-essential-service-during-ils-stay-at-home-order/) - In a press conference today, Governor Pritzker issued an order that will require residents to “stay at home,” and only leave their homes for essential services like groceries and pharmacies. Remarkably, in Illinois gun stores are considered an essential service and will remain open. As most Illinois residents stock their pantries, others are stocking up
- [Illinois Takes the Lead in Gun Safety - Nominates All 18 Candidates](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-takes-the-lead-in-gun-safety-nominates-all-18-candidates/) - Illinois, you stepped it up in the primary election. To all of the voters who showed up to the polls in the midst of a national health crisis to nominate candidates who will keep illegal guns off of our streets – I applaud you. Together, you cast your votes and nominated each and every one
- [G-PAC and GIFFORDS ENDORSE CANDIDATES IN IL LEGISLATIVE RACES](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-and-giffords-endorse-candidates-in-il-legislative-races/) - The Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) and Giffords, the gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, have jointly endorsed 18 Democratic candidates for the March 17, 2020 Illinois primary election for their leadership in supporting and advancing legislation to keep Illinois families and communities safe from gun violence.
- [URGENT ACTION NEEDED: Silence the Illinois Gun Lobby day TODAY!](https://gpacillinois.com/urgent-action-needed-silence-the-illinois-gun-lobby-day-today/) - The Illinois Gun Lobby (ISRA) is marching to the Capitol this morning to ask our lawmakers to vote “NO” on SB 1966, the Fix the FOID Act. SB 1966 will Block Illegal Ownership (BIO) by making sure background checks are conducted for all gun purchases, that’s why we are calling it the BIO Bill! Check a BIO, Save A Life!
- [An Invitation from G-PAC Founder Tom Vanden Berk](https://gpacillinois.com/join-us-on-october-29-for-the-profile-in-courage-awards-honoring-mayor-lori-lightfoot/) - Please join G-PAC’s Board Members, Founders Circle Members, and Event Co-Chairs, Judy Gold, Leslie Bluhm, and Rhonda K. Brown, for our annual Profile in Courage Award Ceremony on Tuesday, October 29 in Viceroy Chicago's Cedar Ballroom. We will be honoring Mayor Lori Lightfoot for her work in ending the gun violence epidemic affecting Chicago and Illinois.
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - Young Professionals - October 1, 2020](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-2020-yp-ticket/) - BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 1, 2020 TIME: 5:45 Sponsor Reception, 6:10 Award Ceremony LOCATION: ONLINE – THIS IS A VIRTUAL EVENT RSVP: Click here to RSVP YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TICKET: $25 BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - October 29, 2019](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage/) - BECOME A SPONSOR OR OR BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 TIME: 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Program at 5:45pm LOCATION: Viceroy Chicago, Cedar Ballroom, 1118 N. State Street, Chicago RSVP: Click here to RSVP TICKETS: $250 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 - Platinum Sponsor $5,000 –
- [6 months and counting…](https://gpacillinois.com/6-months-and-counting/) - It has been 6 months since the workplace massacre in Aurora, Illinois and mass shootings and everyday urban gun violence continue to destroy our communities while we wait for our elected officials to do something. There is a solution. Senate Bill 1966, the FIX THE FOID Act, which passed out of the House of Representatives in May, would ensure
- [ADVOCATES CALL ON SENATE AND GOVERNOR TO ACT NOW](https://gpacillinois.com/advocates-call-on-senate-and-governor-to-act-now/) - STATEMENT: ILLINOIS GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION ADVOCATES CALL ON SENATE AND GOVERNOR TO ACT NOW BEFORE MORE LIVES ARE LOST Arlington Heights, IL - Aurora, Illinois to Dayton, Ohio and how many in between? It has been 7 months since the workplace massacre in Aurora, and mass shootings and everyday urban gun violence continue to destroy
- [We have the power, but do we have the will?](https://gpacillinois.com/we-have-the-power-but-do-we-have-the-will/) - Our country is reeling from mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, Gilroy and Brooklyn over the past two weeks. This morning the President called for tightening up background checks. Our city suffered 51 shootings leaving 7 people dead over the weekend, including two mass shootings in one police district. A Chicago hospital stopped accepting patients
- [June 20 is National GVP Day of Action](https://gpacillinois.com/june-20-is-national-gvp-day-of-action/) - June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and today is a national day of action. During Gun Violence Awareness Month and since the General Assembly recessed, 26 people have been shot and killed and 177 people have been shot and wounded. Are you aware of these numbers? In May, the Illinois House passed SB 1966, the Fix the FOID Act. SB 1966 is
- [NEW POLL FINDS TWO-THIRDS OF ILLINOIS VOTERS SUPPORT LEGISLATION THAT WOULD CLOSE DANGEROUS LOOPHOLES IN ILLINOIS GUN LAWS](https://gpacillinois.com/new-poll-finds-two-thirds-of-illinois-voters-support-legislation-that-would-close-dangerous-loopholes-in-illinois-gun-laws/) - SB 1996, the Fix the FOID Act, seeks to ensure that people with violent criminal histories cannot purchase guns CHICAGO (May 8, 2019) — A new poll released today, finds that two-thirds of Illinois voters support legislation that addresses loopholes in the state’s existing gun licensing system that were brought to light following the tragic
- [SB 337 Signed Into Law!](https://gpacillinois.com/sb-337-signed-into-law/) - Sixteen years ago, a new state senator was sworn into office, and he made it a priority to keep our children, families and communities safe from gun violence. That year, he filed a bill to license Illinois gun dealers in order to hold corrupt dealers accountable and curb the flow of illegal guns into our
- [This is where we are in America today. Let's Change it.](https://gpacillinois.com/2426-2/) - Did you catch the 60 Minutes segment last night on what makes the semi-automatic AR-15 the weapon of choice for mass shooters? AR-15 ammunition travels up to three times the speed of sound. "The bones aren't going to just break, they're going to shatter. Organs aren't just going to tear or have bruises on them, they ... are going
- [Time to Vote For Gun Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/time-to-vote-for-gun-safety/) - We witnessed another tragedy Saturday when 11 worshippers were gunned down as they bowed their heads in prayer in one of the deadliest attacks on the Jewish community in U.S. history. Four law enforcement officers were among those wounded. We continue to witness daily tragedy here at home. At least 26 people were shot over 18 hours on
- [Special Guest - Alphonso Calderon, March for Our Lives, Parkland, Florida](https://gpacillinois.com/special-guest-alphonso-calderon-march-for-our-lives-parkland-florida/) - I was in a closet, locked for four hours with people who I would consider almost family, crying and weeping on me, begging for their lives. I understand what it’s like to text my parents, ‘Goodbye, I might never ever, ever get to see you again. I love you.’ I understand what it’s like to
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - Activist Tickets - October 29, 2019](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-activist-ticket-2019/) - BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 TIME: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Viceroy Chicago, Cedar Ballroom, 1118 N State St Chicago, IL 60610 RSVP: Click here to RSVP ACTIVIST TICKETS: $100 BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - Young Professionals - October 29, 2019](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-yp2019/) - BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 TIME: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Viceroy Chicago, Cedar Ballroom, 1118 N State St Chicago, IL 60610 RSVP: Click here to RSVP TICKETS: $50 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $250 – Gold YP $100 – Silver YP BUY YOUR TICKETS
- [KWAME RAOUL FOR ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL](https://gpacillinois.com/kwame-raoul-for-illinois-attorney-general/) - We are proud to announce today that G-PAC and Giffords are endorsing State Senator Kwame Raoul for Illinois Attorney General. Raoul is the only candidate in the race who supports cracking down on illegal gun trafficking in Illinois. Corrupt gun dealers in Illinois flood our cities and towns with over 4000 crime guns every year. We learned
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - October 18, 2018](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-old/) - BECOME A SPONSOR OR OR BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 18, 2018 TIME: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. LOCATION: JOY DISTRICT – 112 W Hubbard Street, Chicago RSVP: Click here to RSVP TICKETS: $150 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 – Platinum $5,000 – Gold $2,500 – Silver
- [6 months and counting…](https://gpacillinois.com/6-months-and-counting-contact-cullerton/) - ----- It has been 6 months since the workplace massacre in Aurora, Illinois and mass shootings and everyday urban gun violence continue to destroy our communities while we wait for our elected officials to do something. There is a solution. Senate Bill 1966, the FIX THE FOID Act, which passed out of the House of Representatives in May, would
- [6 months and counting…](https://gpacillinois.com/6-months-and-counting-contact-pritzker/) - ----- It has been 6 months since the workplace massacre in Aurora, Illinois and mass shootings and everyday urban gun violence continue to destroy our communities while we wait for our elected officials to do something. There is a solution. Senate Bill 1966, the FIX THE FOID Act, which passed out of the House of Representatives in May, would
- [Our First 2018 General Election Endorsements](https://gpacillinois.com/2334-2/) - G-PAC and GIFFORDS ENDORSE CANDIDATES IN STATE LEGISLATIVE RACES APPLAUDING THEIR LEADERSHIP IN KEEPING ILLEGAL GUNS OFF OUR STREETS AND MAKIKG COMMUNITIES SAFE FOR FAMILIES Bipartisan support is essential to combating gun violence across Illinois CHICAGO (July 19, 2018) – The Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) and Giffords have jointly endorsed 43
- [These Protestors Did Their Job, Time for Governor to do His](https://gpacillinois.com/these-protestors-did-their-job-time-for-governor-to-do-his/) - AUBURN GRESHAM — Thousands of anti-violence demonstrators marched onto — and then shut down — the Dan Ryan Expy. Saturday morning to draw attention to the crisis of violence some Chicago residents endure on city’s South and West sides. The peaceful morning protest led to the takeover of the northbound side of the Dan Ryan.
- [Chicago Police Seize About One Illegal Gun Every Hour](https://gpacillinois.com/chicago-police-seize-about-one-illegal-gun-every-hour/) - CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago’s police superintendent says officers seize, on average, one illegal handgun per hour and that the proliferation of guns on the streets prompted three police-involved shootings within 30 hours this week. Eddie Johnson said Wednesday that Chicago police recover more illegal guns than officers in New York City and Los Angeles combined. Full
- [Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act Passes!](https://gpacillinois.com/combating-illegal-gun-trafficking-act-passes/) - One day after the House passed the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act (SB 337), 35 Democrats and Republicans in the Senate stood side by side to vote in favor of passing a responsible bipartisan policy that holds corrupt gun dealers accountable. It will keep thousands of illegal guns traced each year to Illinois gun dealers from getting into
- [URGENT ACTION ALERT - FILE A SLIP TO STOP ILLEGAL GUN TRAFFICKING](https://gpacillinois.com/urgent-action-alert-file-a-slip-to-stop-illegal-gun-trafficking/) - Wisdom from the Chicago Sun-Times on the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act (SB 337): The news of the weekend was dominated by coverage of the killing of 10 people, mostly teenagers, at a high school in Santa Fe, Texas. But who are we kidding here in Chicago? More people than that were shot dead in our city in the
- [Now is the time for the Governor to Act  - Stop Illegal Gun Trafficking in IL](https://gpacillinois.com/now-is-the-time-for-the-governor-to-act-stop-illegal-gun-trafficking-in-il/) - Rauner needs to do more than talk—and veto—on gun violence GREG HINZ ON POLITICS http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20180426/BLOGS02/180429892/rauner-needs-to-do-more-than-talk-x2014-and-veto-x2014-on-gun If you go to a store and drop an expensive piece of crystal, the rule is the same the world over: you just bought it, pony up. That's pretty much my sentiment about how Gov. Bruce Rauner is promising some new
- [Endorsed Gun Safety Candidates Win IL Primary](https://gpacillinois.com/endorsed-gun-safety-candidates-win-il-primary/) - Tuesday was a good day for gun safety. We are pleased to congratulate our 11 endorsed gun safety champions on their victory in the primary for the Illinois General Assembly. Each of these candidates have demonstrated a strong commitment to life-saving gun violence prevention policies. The voters have spoken up loudly in favor of safer communities. G-PAC
- [SB 1657 Vote this Week. Your One Call-Our One Job](https://gpacillinois.com/sb-1657-vote-this-week-your-one-call-our-one-job/) - No school, no community and no city is immune to the horror of gun violence. Every day we fail to enact common-sense gun reforms in Illinois is another day children and families have to live in fear. Illinois lawmakers are set to vote next week on legislation that would require gun dealers to follow simple
- [Support SB 1657 - Gun Dealers Licensing Act](https://gpacillinois.com/sb1657/) - The Gun Dealer Licensing Act gives Illinois the ability to encourage better business practices among gun dealers and hold corrupt dealers accountable. It will help curb a major source of illegally trafficked firearms from entering our communities. DOWNLOAD THE FACT SHEET PDF [advanced_iframe securitykey="b6aea95f0439b22fc3e9ceb29ce0b8cb24107193" src="https://gpacillinois.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/GunDealerLicensingActRevised-1.pdf" width="100%" height="800"]
- [Our One Job #YesOnSB1657](https://gpacillinois.com/our-one-job-yesonsb1657/) - Here lie 17 teens at the Capitol representing the 17 victims shot and killed in Parkland Florida. They lay there for 3 minutes. Why? Because that was how long it took the shooter to buy his gun. No state and no community are immune to the horrors of gun violence. All of us who fight
- [G-PAC & Giffords Endorse Gun Safety Champions for the Illinois General Assembly](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-giffords-endorse-gun-safety-champions-for-the-illinois-general-assembly/) - This past week has been filled with tragedies due to gun violence. We lost Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer, shot and killed by a felon with a gun with an extended magazine clip at the Thompson Center. Yesterday, we witnessed yet another school shooting where 17 individuals were killed in Florida. Sadly, that shooting occurred
- [We Must Do Better - LA Times](https://gpacillinois.com/we-must-do-better-la-times/) - Five years on, we're still waiting for Sandy Hook to change the gun debate http://www.latimes.com/opinion/editorials/la-ed-sandy-hook-massacre-nra-gun-policy-20171214-story.html Five years ago today, Adam Lanza shot and killed his mother in Newtown, Conn., then took two semiautomatic handguns and a semiautomatic rifle from her cache of firearms to massacre 20 children and six staff members at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Of course,
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Annual Award Ceremony - January 25, 2018](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-award-2018/) - Please join us for the Profile in Courage annual award ceremony on Thursday, January 25, 2018.
- [State's Attorney Calls for State Licensing of Gun Dealers](https://gpacillinois.com/states-attorney-calls-for-state-licensing-of-gun-dealers/) - "This city is awash in guns, and we seem to accept that as a truth that people cannot change," she said. That apathy can extend to attitudes toward mass shootings, she said, such as the Sunday night attack in Las Vegas that killed at least 59 people and wounded more than 500. “Every time something
- [Let's NOT Be That State](https://gpacillinois.com/lets-not-be-that-state/) - The Illinois gun lobby thinks they can pass dangerous legislation out of committee while we are busy with family and friends over the weekend. Not on our our watch! On Monday at 9:30 am, the House Judiciary Committee will consider a bill that encourages the 115th United States Congress to pass House Resolution 38 to
- [Do You Stand With The Gun Lobby or Us?](https://gpacillinois.com/do-you-stand-with-the-gun-lobby-or-us/) - The Illinois Senate voted to hold bad gun dealers accountable and make Illinois safer. Now, ask your State Rep: Do you stand with us or the gun lobby? https://youtu.be/eP2nNsok0sc
- [#YesonSB1657](https://gpacillinois.com/yes-on-sb1657/) - It's easy for criminals, gang members, and felons to get guns. We can make it hard. Support SB1657!
- [Join The G-PAC Next Gen](https://gpacillinois.com/join-the-g-pac-next-gen/) - Our Mission The Next Generation (NG) Board is part of the emerging generation of diverse, young leaders who support the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) and it’s mission to end gun violence. We work to raise awareness of the threat gun violence poses in Illinois. NG assists the Board of Directors with its work raising
- [G-PAC Next Generation Event - April 20, 2017](https://gpacillinois.com/next-generation-event/) - Please join us for the special launch of the Next Generation Board with the Gun Violence Prevention PAC.
- [Keeping Our Families and Children Safe and Free From Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/keeping-our-families-and-children-safe-and-free-from-gun-violence/) - It takes just 60 seconds to file a witness slip supporting a bill that would reduce gun suicides, domestic violence homicides and mass shootings. Family members are often the first people to notice a person is entering a mental health crisis or exhibiting violent behavior. House bill 2354 creates a Lethal Violence Order of Protection (LVOP) which
- [Kill That Bill Campaign](https://gpacillinois.com/kill-this-bill-campaign/) - G-PAC has kept constant pressure on the nine Senators on the Criminal Law Committee letting them know we oppose SB 50, a bill legalizing gun silencers in Illinois. These nine Senators have the power to defeat this dangerous legislation. If this bill passes out of committee and gets to the Senate floor, it will
- [Make These Calls Before Wed. (1/25/17)](https://gpacillinois.com/silence-is-dangerous-2/) - Call these Senators on the Criminal Law Committee and ask them to vote "No" on SB 50: Sen. Barickman at (217) 782-6597 Sen. Bennett at (217) 782-2507 Sen. Bivins at (217) 782-0180 Sen. Connelly at (217) 782-8192 Sen. Haine at (217) 782-5247 Sen. Hastings at (217) 782-9595 Sen. Mulroe at (217) 782-1035 Sen. Tracy at
- [Silence is Dangerous](https://gpacillinois.com/silence-is-dangerous/) - Instead of passing a budget to help working families achieve their potential, the Illinois Senate is considering a bill that would threaten the freedom of children and law enforcement by making handguns even more dangerous. Senate bill 50 will legalize silencers - the perfect accessory for a criminal who wants to conceal a crime. It
- [Wild, Wild West](https://gpacillinois.com/wild-wild-west/) - It's A Brand New World There's a new administration coming to town and if we let our guard down, our communities could look like the wild, wild west. Here's what's in store: SILENCERS The federal government has strictly limited the sale of firearm silencers since 1934. Silencers are the perfect accessory for a criminal who wants
- [G-PAC Profile in Courage Award Ceremony - Activist Ticket](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-activists-2018/) - BUY YOUR ACTIVIST TICKET ONLINE FOR ONLY $150 PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE PROFILE IN COURAGE ANNUAL AWARD CEREMONY DATE: Thursday, January 25, 2018 TIME: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. LOCATION: THE GAGE – 24 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago RSVP: Click here to RSVP ACTIVSIST TICKETS: $150 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 – Platinum $5,000 – Gold $2,500 –
- [Give a gift that saves lives!](https://gpacillinois.com/give-a-gift-that-saves-lives/) - Need a unique gift idea? Give a gift that saves lives. Sponsor a ticket for your favorite activist and send them to attend the 2018 Annual Profile in Courage Awards Ceremony. PURCHASE YOUR GIFT TICKETS HERE
- [G-PAC Profile in Courage Award Ceremony - Young Professionals](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-young-professionals-2018/) - BUY YOUR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TICKET ONLINE FOR ONLY $100 PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE PROFILE IN COURAGE ANNUAL AWARD CEREMONY DATE: Thursday, January 25, 2018 TIME: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. LOCATION: THE GAGE – 24 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago RSVP: Click here to RSVP YOUNG PROFESSIONAL TICKETS: $100 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 – Platinum $5,000 – Gold
- [Prayers and Blessings](https://gpacillinois.com/prayers-and-blessings/) - Thank you for your support and hard work this year. If you made a donation, filed a witness slip, made a call or sent an email, you helped us in the battle to reduce gun violence. This was a tough year in many ways and we have our work cut out for us as the
- [Don't Stop the Calls](https://gpacillinois.com/dont-stop-the-calls/) - At the close of the weekend, Illinois racked up 4245 shootings, including 5 people in a single location in Fernwood where 4 have died. It’s time to connect the dots. Since Illinois has allowed conceal and carry of loaded guns in public, shooting deaths have increased 84% and the number of annual shootings has increased
- [Our Priority Is Saving Lives](https://gpacillinois.com/our-priority-is-saving-lives/) - Senate bill 206 would allow conceal and carry permit holders to carry a silencer for their guns. This NRA priority bill passed out of committee last week and was headed to the senate floor. Thirty six votes are needed to pass a bill during veto session. The gun lobby did not have the 36 votes
- [National Vigil for Victims of Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/national-vigil-for-victims-of-gun-violence/) - Join Us and #EndGunViolence Thursday, December 15, 2016,6:30-8:30 PM Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago In the four years since the Newtown School shooting, more than 120,000 Americans nationwide have died from gunshot wounds--including over 2,000 in Chicago alone. As Americans we are all affected by gun violence. That is why we must keep
- [Vote For Life on Nov. 8, 2016](https://gpacillinois.com/vote-for-life-on-nov-8-2016/) - We know that thousands of guns used in crimes in Chicago come from gun dealers in Cook County. In 3 days, we can elect lawmakers who will vote to end that pipeline from dealer to criminal. If we don't elect a gun safety majority on Tuesday, we will have to wait two more years to
- [Following Chicago's deadliest weekend, pledge to make 2017 the year for gun safety](https://gpacillinois.com/following-chicagos-deadliest-weekend-pledge-to-make-2017-the-year-for-gun-safety/) - This morning the Wall Street Journal reported that Chicago’s murder rate hit a grim milestone after an especially deadly weekend. By the numbers, 17 dead and another 41 wounded have been victims of gun violence from Friday through Sunday, resulting in more than 600 murders so far this year, which is up 45% from this time
- [This Is Important To Me](https://gpacillinois.com/this-is-important-to-me/) - This is not the first time you've heard this: elections matter. I founded the Gun Violence Prevention PAC because it became clear to me after years of fighting for responsible gun laws, the only path to victory was a gunsense majority. Let's start at the top. The gun lobby has spent unprecedented millions on a
- [Miserable milestone: Chicago surpasses 600 homicides this year](https://gpacillinois.com/miserable-milestone-chicago-surpasses-600-homicides-this-year/) - Vernadette Taylor moved to West Englewood’s 6700 block of South Winchester more than 30 years ago with her husband, son and daughter. In the last year and a half, three shootings on her block have left one man dead and 10 others hurt. ... The 28-year-old man killed on her block Monday night helped push
- [It Was Only a Matter of Time Before the Next Mass Shooting](https://gpacillinois.com/it-was-only-a-matter-of-time-before-the-next-mass-shooting/) - On Friday at 8:20pm, 7 people were gunned down in a mass shooting in Chicago. Did you even hear about it on the local news? Before the weekend ended, there would be 10 people dead and 42 shot. It's been a devastating, deadly year for so many families. If we continue to stand by and
- [Dangerous and Extreme](https://gpacillinois.com/dangerous-and-extreme/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF95uLy6Qf4&feature=youtu.be
- [Terrorists and Guns](https://gpacillinois.com/terrorists-and-guns/) - Today our spotlight is on three gun safety candidates who need our help, Rep Deb Conroy, Merry Marwig and Rep. Michelle Mussman. These 3 candidates are facing opponents supported by the gun lobby. Their opponents do not support lifesaving legislation that would: prevent suspected terrorists on the no-fly list from buying guns; or stop the
- [Get Your Steps in This Saturday](https://gpacillinois.com/get-your-steps-in-this-saturday/) - Do you own a pair of comfy walking shoes? Put on your fitness tracker and head over to knock doors for our Gun Safety Champ State Representative Kathleen Willis. Rep. Willis is taking the lead on keeping illegal guns off our streets as sponsor of the Statewide Gun Dealer Licensing Act. Willis worked hard to
- [G-PAC Profile In Courage Event - Young Professionals - October 18, 2018](https://gpacillinois.com/profile-in-courage-yp/) - BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR NEXT PROFILE IN COURAGE EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 18, 2018 TIME: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. LOCATION: JOY DISTRICT – 112 W Hubbard Street, Chicago RSVP: Click here to RSVP TICKETS: $50 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $250 – Gold YP $100 – Silver YP BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE
- [Paper Tiger Honoree Leads Crusade Against Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/paper-tiger-honoree-leads-crusade-against-gun-violence/) - The Gun Violence Prevention PAC is proud to honor Father Michael Pfleger with the 2016 Paper Tiger Award. Losing his own son to gun violence, Father Mike is passionate about reducing gun violence and saving lives. Below is a glimpse at some of his work on the streets where the violence takes place every day:
- [Paper Tiger Award Ceremony - September 19, 2016](https://gpacillinois.com/09-19-2016/) - Please join our Event Chair Secretary Arne Duncan for the 2016 Paper Tiger Aware presentation honoring Father Michael Pfleger.
- [Action Alert - File a Slip](https://gpacillinois.com/action-alert-file-a-slip/) - State Senator Julie Morrison has introduced a proposal that would give Illinois municipalities the ability to ban semi-automatic military style assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines. Currently, Illinois law prohibits municipalities from enacting assault weapon bans. The practice was legal until 2013. Senate Bill 2130 would restore the power back to local hands allowing Illinois municipalities
- [What's the root cause of Chicago's gun violence crisis? Guns.](https://gpacillinois.com/whats-the-root-cause-of-chicagos-gun-violence-crisis-guns/) - Dueling op-eds published last week considered whether a “war on guns” — namely tougher mandatory sentences for repeat gun offenders — is the right strategy for combating Chicago’s gun violence epidemic. Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez argues that the “revolving [prison] door” for gun offenders is to blame for Chicago’s gun violence. Public Defender
- [Disarm Hate - August 18, 2016](https://gpacillinois.com/disarm-hate/) - BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE Please join the Gun Violence Prevention PAC for a discussion of how gun safety advocates and the LGBTQ community can join forces to demand our public officials protect our communities from gun violence. DATE: Thursday, August 18, 2016 TIME: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Weinberg/Newton Gallery - 300 W. Superior Street, Suite 203, Chicago, IL
- [ILLINOIS NATIONAL DAY TO END GUN VIOLENCE](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-national-day-of-action-to-end-gun-violence/)
- [Illinois House Considers Bill that Curbs Illegal Gun Trafficking](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-house-considers-bill-that-curbs-illegal-gun-trafficking/) - SPRINGFIELD -- Even before a gunman opened fire over the weekend at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., killing 49 people before being fatally shot by police, efforts were underway in the Illinois General Assembly to strengthen the state’s gun laws. The Illinois House is considering a bill that would require gun dealers to be
- [Chicago's persistent violence and a father's fight for change](https://gpacillinois.com/chicagos-persistent-violence-and-a-fathers-fight-for-change/) - Chicago Tribune story about our founder, Tom Vanden Berk. Tom Vanden Berk, who is retiring after decades leading the social services agency UCAN, is seen on June 8, 2016, in front of the organization's new headquarters on the West Side. (Terrence Antonio James / Chicago Tribune) Mary SchmichContact Reporter He can't bear to watch the
- [6-Year-Old Girl Shot In Back As Quiet Logan Square Block Rocked By Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/6-year-old-girl-shot-in-back-as-quiet-logan-square-block-rocked-by-violence/) - Residents said the block is mostly peaceful, save for the house where the shooting occurred. DNAinfo/Alex Nitkin LOGAN SQUARE — Someone opened fire on a family standing outside a house party in Logan Square Monday evening, hitting a 6-year-old girl in her back and leaving her in critical condition. Around 8:10 p.m., the girl was outside
- [85 Percent of Illinois Voters Support Requiring Gun Dealers to Be Licensed by the State](https://gpacillinois.com/85-percent-of-illinois-voters-support-requiring-gun-dealers-to-be-licensed-by-the-state/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2016 Contact: Mark Prentice, markp@responsiblesolutions.org, 425.999.5977 New Research Shows 85 Percent of Illinois Voters Support Requiring Gun Dealers to Be Licensed by the State, Giving State Authorities and Law Enforcement Tools to Ensure Better Gun Dealer Business Practices, Help Slow The Flow Of Illegal Guns In Illinois Large Majorities of
- [No Thoughts or Prayers...ACTION](https://gpacillinois.com/no-thoughts-or-prayers-action/) - We are all aware gun violence in Illinois has escalated at an alarming rate. Forty seven minutes ago 3 people were shot, including a pregnant woman. We don't need more thoughts and prayers as we wring our hands over "today's shooting." We need you to ACT. A bill was filed today that will enable the
- [Chicago police boss calls weekend gun violence 'completely unacceptable'](https://gpacillinois.com/chicago-police-boss-calls-weekend-gun-violence-completely-unacceptable/) - Fresh off the bloodiest weekend in Chicago since last fall, police Superintendent Eddie Johnson on Monday called the gun violence "completely unacceptable" and said the dozens of shootings highlight "the uphill battle" confronting police. More than 50 people were shot, eight fatally, over the Mother's Day weekend, the most violent weekend in the city since the
- [Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Coalition](https://gpacillinois.com/illinois-gun-violence-prevention-coalition/) - “Stopping gun violence takes courage - the courage to do what's right, and the courage of new ideas. I’ve seen great courage when my life was on the line,” said former Congresswoman Giffords. “Now is the time to come together - to be responsible! Democrats, Republicans - everyone.” I was honored to stand with former Congresswoman Gabby
- [SNEAK A PEAK AT UNDER THE GUN](https://gpacillinois.com/sneak-a-peak-at-under-the-gun/) - https://youtu.be/Uqkwo3Xr2C4 Reserve your seat here at Springfield advance screening.
- [Advance Screening of Under the Gun in the State Capitol](https://gpacillinois.com/advance-screening-of-under-the-gun-in-the-state-capitol/) - CLICK ON IMAGE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT.
- [The Elephant in the Room](https://gpacillinois.com/the-elephant-in-the-room/) - A Grieving Mother's Letter to Bernie Sanders The Ambivalence of Hypocrisy I love Hillary and Bernie, they both talk about a fair society and their truths as to what can be achieved within the desert of political greed and power, the battle of the 99% versus the 1%, the struggle to leave our kids a
- [Gun Crazy](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-crazy/) - 32,000 Americans die from gun violence every year. Despite that, we live in a culture that glorifies guns. To change the way people look at guns and gun violence, we created a gun filled movie. But the movie was way different from what people were expecting. Watch the video. Warning, the content of this film
- [G-PAC Young Professionals Reception - April 25](https://gpacillinois.com/yp-reception-april-25/) - RSVP & BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE DATE: April 25, 2016 TIME: 5:30pm LOCATION: Haymarket Pub & Brewery - 737 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661 TICKETS: $50 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $250 - Host $500 - Friend $1000 - Sponsor $2500 - Chair RSVP & BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE
- [Chicago Teen In Anti-Violence Video Critically Wounded In Shooting](https://gpacillinois.com/chicago-teen-in-anti-violence-video-critically-wounded-in-shooting/) - CHICAGO (Reuters) - A Chicago teenager who appeared in an award-winning anti-violence video was in critical condition in a hospital on Sunday after he was shot in the back by a stray bullet near his home on Chicago’s West Side, police and local media said. Zarriel Trotter, 13, who police said was shot Friday night,
- [St. Patrick's Day Celebration with Trinity Irish Dancers](https://gpacillinois.com/st-patricks-day-celebration-ft-trinity-irish-dancers/) - RSVP & BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE DATE: March 18th, 2016 TIME: 4:30pm - 7:30pm LOCATION: Delaney Law - 444 N. Wabash Ave., 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60611 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $100 - Dáil (DAW-ill) – A coming together, a consultative gathering. A MEETING OF MINDS. This word can denote a tryst or a meeting of various sorts but is best
- [2018 Primary Voter Guide](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-voters-guide-2016-primary-election/) - G-PAC, and Giffords, the gun safety organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and Captain Mark Kelly, announced their joint endorsement of 12 gun safety champions for the Illinois General Assembly. Each of these candidates has demonstrated a strong commitment to gun violence prevention policies that help keep guns out of the wrong hands and
- [G-PAC Announces Endorsements for March Primary Elections](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-announces-endorsements-of-candidates-for-march-primary-elections/) - Voters to help combat gun violence across the state of Illinois with the support of G-PAC CHICAGO (March 2, 2016) – More than 40 candidates have received the official endorsement by the Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) this week. Created by gun safety advocates and shooting victims outraged by the questionable influence of
- [Gun violence in America is out of control](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-in-america-is-out-of-control/) - ON SATURDAY, it was Kalamazoo, Mich. A gunman shot six people to death. Police said he randomly selected his victims as they went about the ordinary business of a winter weekend. On Sunday, it was Hazelwood, Mo., where a gunman killed a 37-year-old mother as she rode in her car. And Yazoo City, Miss., where a 25-year-old
- [DOUBLE](https://gpacillinois.com/double-2/) - Thirty-two people were shot in Chicago last weekend, the youngest among them a 3-year-old boy shot in the leg while he was outside playing tag. Four homicides over the weekend and two more Monday morning pushed Chicago's homicide count so far this year to 95, double the same period last year. The city has also more than doubled
- [Homicides in Chicago this year double same period last year](https://gpacillinois.com/homicides-in-chicago-this-year-double-same-period-last-year/) - Four homicides over the weekend and two more Monday morning pushed Chicago's homicide count so far this year to double the same period last year. The city has recorded at least 95 homicides since the first of the year, compared to 47 last year, according to data kept by the Tribune. The city has also more
- [3 Year Old Shot While Playing Outside](https://gpacillinois.com/3-year-old-shot-while-playing-outside/) - Two men were shot to death and at least 14 other people, including a 3-year-old boy, have been wounded since Saturday afternoon in separate shootings across the city, according to Chicago police officials. Houses on the 5600 block of South Wolcott in Chicago where a young child was shot in the leg on Saturday, Feb.
- [Representative Ammons hosts "Solutions to Gun Violence" Town Hall](https://gpacillinois.com/representative-aamons-hosts-solutions-to-gun-violence-town-hall/) - CHAMPAIGN — Providing information to police, increasing background checks for gun owners and dealers and doing a better job of securing guns in homes and vehicles were among the solutions suggested to curb gun violence at a town-hall meeting Monday. More than 110 people gathered at the University YMCA on Monday night meeting to talk
- [NRA Will Be Playing Defense in 2016’s Tightest Congressional Races](https://gpacillinois.com/nra-will-be-playing-defense-in-2016s-tightest-congressional-races/) - It’s yet to attract the attention of Hillary Clinton’s ad buys, much less Jeb Bush’s tweet. But issues of gun violence and gun rights look poised to drive another storyline during the 2016 election cycle: An unusually high number of the National Rifle Association’s allies in Congress face stiff reelection fights this year. Across both
- [Easy access to guns helped me commit murder. I’ve changed, but the loopholes remain](https://gpacillinois.com/easy-access-to-guns-helped-me-commit-murder-ive-changed-but-the-loopholes-remain/) - Compelling article from a convicted murderer who used gun obtained by straw purchase. Read the entire story here at The Quartz. On Sundays, I attend Protestant services at Attica Correctional Facility in New York. It’s my safe place. There’s a band, a choir, clapping, and hands-in-the-air yelling—“Thank you Jesus!” “Hallelujah!” Most prisoners are black with green
- [Declare State of Emergency Over Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/declare-state-of-emergency-over-gun-violence/) - Cook County Commissioner Urges Governor to Declare State of Emergency Over Gun Violence The request comes days after the Chicago Police Department released startling crime statistics for the first month of 2016 ... During the news conference, Boykin explained that he had three requests. He asked for neighborhood stabilization teams which would utilize agencies including
- [Illegal Guns and Chicago Crime Numbers](https://gpacillinois.com/illegal-guns-and-chicago-crime-numbers/) - Mitchell: Time to make some noise about Chicago crime Read full story here at the Chicago Sun-Times The homicide figures for January were staggering: 51 murders and 292 gunshot victims. “It is totally unacceptable the violence that we saw, but we do know that the majority of the violence that we saw was gang related
- [53](https://gpacillinois.com/53-2/) - We have some good news this week. Facebook is banning private, person-to-person sales of guns. The social network with 1.6 billion monthly visitors had become one of the world's largest marketplaces for guns - a marketplace that did not require background checks. This announcement is a positive step toward stopping illegal online gun sales. Our
- [Demand Our Children Grow Up](https://gpacillinois.com/demand-our-children-grow-up/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64G5FfG2Xpg
- [This Ain't Englewood.](https://gpacillinois.com/this-aint-englewood/) - A 25 year old man was shot to death inside the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place hotel on Saturday night. He was at a birthday party with friends in the hotel lobby. When his mother arrived one hour later she was prevented from entering the building to see her son and was forced to watch the crime
- [Joe Biden Talks About the 2nd Amendment-We Don't Want Your Guns](https://gpacillinois.com/joe-biden-talks-about-the-2nd-amendment-we-dont-want-your-guns/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBUD_dkOk_M Check out this video on the second amendment and who wants to take your guns.
- [484](https://gpacillinois.com/484-2/) - Everyone has a name and a family left behind. We won't forget the victims. Let's work to elect the leadership we deserve in 2016. Full list here at the Chicago Tribune.
- [Monday Mourning 1/18/2016](https://gpacillinois.com/monday-mourning-1182016/) - I don't have better news for you this week. Nine people were shot and killed and 58 people were shot and wounded since my last email to you. Today we honor the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He was a victim of gun violence on April 4, 1968. Forty eight years later, gun safety restrictions dominate the
- [Guns Are Our Shared Responsibility](https://gpacillinois.com/guns-are-our-shared-responsibility/) - by President Barack O'Bama THE epidemic of gun violence in our country is a crisis. Gun deaths and injuries constitute one of the greatest threats to public health and to the safety of the American people. Every year, more than 30,000 Americans have their lives cut short by guns. Suicides. Domestic violence. Gang shootouts. Accidents.
- [FACT SHEET: New Executive Actions to Reduce Gun Violence and Make Our Communities Safer](https://gpacillinois.com/fact-sheet-new-executive-actions-to-reduce-gun-violence-and-make-our-communities-safer/) - Gun violence has taken a heartbreaking toll on too many communities across the country. Over the past decade in America, more than 100,000 people have been killed as a result of gun violence—and millions more have been the victim of assaults, robberies, and other crimes involving a gun. Many of these crimes were committed by
- [The President Acts on Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/the-president-acts-on-gun-violence/) - In the hope of combating America’s intolerable levels of gun violence, with Congress refusing to pass hugely popular gun-safety measures, President Obama is issuing a modest, limited set of executive actions on guns. Most of the actions are aimed at making it harder for criminals and other dangerous people to get their hands on a
- [On the third anniversary of the Sandy Hook Mass Shooting](https://gpacillinois.com/on-the-third-anniversary-of-the-sandy-hook-mass-shooting/) - On the third anniversary of the Sandy Hook slaughter of children and teachers with a semi-automatic military style assault weapon, we are reminded why many of us joined this movement. No spin. Take the time to watch this https://www.facebook.com/WhatWouldDanielDo/videos/423872714403966/?fref=nf and honor one of the precious little ones who was lost that day. Resolve to keep
- [We Can End Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/we-can-end-gun-violence/) - Watch this video.
- [Breaking News on Lawsuit to Discourage Illegal Gun Sales](https://gpacillinois.com/breaking-news-on-lawsuit-to-discourage-illegal-gun-sales/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday October 28, 20 Lyons Approves Ordinance to safeguard public in gun sales G-PAC Urges Lincolnwood and Riverdale to Follow Lyons, Illinois – Village Mayor Christopher Getty announced that the village has approved an ordinance that spells out procedures to help crackdown on the sale of guns to “straw purchasers” after a
- [One Victory-We'll Take it](https://gpacillinois.com/one-victory-and-well-take-it/) - In an attempt to curb the number of illegal firearms that flow from southwest suburban Lyons to Chicago, the village passed an ordinance Tuesday requiring its lone gun shop to keep extensive records of the weapons it sells and to report unusual activity to local authorities. Midwest Sporting Goods, which has operated a gun store
- [Rahm Emanuel Accepts Unmasking the Paper Tiger 2015](https://gpacillinois.com/rahm-emanuel-accepts-unmasking-the-paper-tiger-2015/) - "We have an opportunity to make a difference." Mayor Emanuel says that our laws should reflect our values. Children should have the freedom to play outside and grow up in a safe community. Watch full speech here.
- [James C. Franczek, Jr. Presents Unmasking the Paper Tiger 2015](https://gpacillinois.com/james-c-franczek-jr-presents-unmasking-the-paper-tiger-2015/) - Listen to James C. Franczek, Jr. tell his story and present G-PAC's 2015 Unmasking the Paper Tiger Award to Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Click here.
- [Unmasking the Paper Tiger Award 2015 Photo Gallery](https://gpacillinois.com/unmasking-the-paper-tiger-award-2015-photo-gallery/) - October 19, 2015 at The Dawson. Chicago Mayor Emanuel is honored with G-PAC's "Unmasking the Paper Tiger" Award.
- [Unmasking the Paper Tiger Presentation, October 19, 2015](https://gpacillinois.com/fundraiser-with-mayor-rahm-emanuel-october-19th/) - Please join us for a reception supporting G-PAC Illinois featuring Mayor Rahm Emanuel! Please click on the invite to download a printable PDF. BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE Or, if you cannot attend but would like to contribute - you can do so here.
- [Suing to End Flow of Illegal Guns into Our Communities](https://gpacillinois.com/suing-to-end-flow-of-illegal-guns-into-our-communities/) - The Gun Violence Prevention PAC supported the Coalition for Safe Chicago Neighborhoods today as they filed a lawsuit against Riverdale, Lyons and Lincolnwood for their methods of licensing and regulating gun shops. These municipalities have consistently failed to take the necessary and most effective steps to discourage the flow of illegal guns into the hands of criminals and gang
- [What If We ALL Showed Up?](https://gpacillinois.com/what-if-we-all-showed-up/) - I received a great note from Lee Goodman at Peaceful Communities that I just had to share with you. Father Phleger is hosting his Annual Peace March tomorrow and Lee thinks it's important that we all join the march to send a message to our policymakers that we want them to protect our children, families
- [Call to Action - Call and Email TODAY!](https://gpacillinois.com/call-to-action-call-and-email-today/) - Recently, the House of Representatives approved their version of the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) Appropriations Act for 2016. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is one of the agencies funded by this bill. House members have added a number of dangerous “gun rider” amendments to their bill. Including: Terminating
- [straw pur·chase (noun) #STS](https://gpacillinois.com/straw-pur·chase-noun-sts/) - straw pur·chase (noun) a criminal act in which a person who is prohibited from buying firearms uses another person to buy a gun on their behalf. Is anyone paying attention? After recording the fewest murders in decades last year, violence in Chicago is soaring. We have seen a 40% increase in shootings and 29% more homicides
- [STOP THE STRAW #STS](https://gpacillinois.com/stop-the-straw-petition/) - straw pur·chase (noun) - a criminal act in which a person who is prohibited from buying firearms uses another person to buy a gun on their behalf. Our violence problem is directly linked to the number of illegal guns available. It is time to hold accountable straw purchasers, retail stores and irresponsible gun owners who arm criminals
- [Stopping the Flow of Illegal Guns into our Communities](https://gpacillinois.com/stopping-the-flow-of-illegal-guns-into-our-communities/) - An important bill will be under consideration this legislative year that is critical to our mission. SB 1883 and HB 3422 propose the Gun Dealer and Ammunition Seller License that would require dealers to be licensed by the state, in addition to having a federal license. Gun dealers are the most important link between gun
- [8 vs. 534 - ACT NOW!](https://gpacillinois.com/542/) - 8 vs. 534 Call to Action: Fill Out a Witness Slip Supporting Gun Safety Standing up to the NRA and the legislators who do their bidding in Springfield The 99th General Assembly session has started and bills aimed at loosening our current gun safety measures are being filed at an alarming pace. We need to
- [Rahm Emanuel for Mayor](https://gpacillinois.com/rahm-emanuel-for-mayor/) - G-PAC is proud to announce our endorsement for Rahm Emanuel for re-election. It was an easy decision for us – Rahm has worked his entire career to protect children and families by reducing gun violence. He has been a reliable, consistent and innovative leader during some of our most challenging times and through our biggest
- [G-PAC Announces Endorsements of Chicago Aldermanic Candidates](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-announces-endorsements-of-chicago-aldermanic-candidates/) - Calls Upon Voters to Take a Stand Against Gun Violence on Election Day FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2015 CHICAGO-The Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) announced the organization’s endorsement of
- [Sun-Times Ed Board Calls on Bloomberg to Work with G-PAC, Help End Gun Violence in Illinois](https://gpacillinois.com/sun-times-ed-board-calls-on-bloomberg-to-work-with-g-pac-help-end-gun-violence-in-illinois/) - Come to Chicago, Michael Bloomberg — in a big way — if you really want to fight gun violence in America. If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. Among American big cities, Chicago suffers one of the highest per capita rates of gun violence. And you, since stepping down as mayor
- [Taking Applications](https://gpacillinois.com/taking-applications/) - G-PAC is currently accepting applications for communications internships. We are willing to work with your school to earn academic credit. Please send your resume to info@gpacillinois.com.
- [Big Victories for G-PAC in 2014](https://gpacillinois.com/big-victories-for-g-pac-in-2014/) - Overwhelming Success in First Election Cycle Voters Show Strong Support for Gun Safety November 17, 2014 In its first year in operation, five of the 6 endorsed candidates in the Illinois Senate and 21 of 26 candidates in the Illinois House claimed victory in the 2014 election cycle, forming G-PAC's list of gun safety "Champions."
- [A Vote for Pat Quinn is a Vote for Protecting our Children and Communities](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vote-for-pat-quinn-is-a-vote-for-protecting-our-children-and-communities/) - Re-elect Governor Pat Quinn Governor Pat Quinn has a long and impressive record of support for common sense gun safety. He scored 100% on the G-PAC Candidate Questionnaire, and has signed historic lifesaving legislation into law, including requiring universal background checks and mandatory reporting of lost/stolen guns to prevent illegal trafficking. In addition, he has
- [A Vote For Deb Conroy is a Vote For Public Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vote-for-deb-conroy-is-a-vote-for-public-safety/) - Re-elect State Representative Deborah Conroy, 46th District Deb Conroy is a volunteer, mother, and community leader recently elected State Representative of the 46th District. As a mother of four boys, Conroy has been very active in her children’s schools. She worked hard to ensure accessible public education for all local students, forming the not-for-profit York
- [A Vote for Jenny Burke is a Vote for Public Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vote-for-jenny-burke-is-a-vote-for-public-safety/) - Elect Jenny Burke, Candidate for State Representative, 45th District Jenny Burke works hard at everything she does. She lives in Itasca with her husband, Patrick, and is a working moth of three wonderful kids, Sam (13), Julie (11) and Ben (8). She earned her Master’s degree and Law degree simultaneously from DePaul University – all the
- [A Vote for Michelle Mussman is a Vote for Public Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vote-for-michelle-mussman-is-a-vote-for-public-safety/) - Re-elect State Representative Michelle Mussman, 56th District Just a few years ago, Michelle Mussman was a mom and PTA member who, like many residents of her community, was frustrated with state government’s debt and dysfunction. Having never run for or held public office before, Mussman didn't set out to run a typical political campaign. Together
- [A Vote for Marty Moylan is a Vote for Public Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/a-vote-for-marty-moylan-is-a-vote-for-public-safety/) - Re-elect State Representative Marty Moylan, 55th District Doing the right thing is nothing new for Marty Moylan. After his father passed away at a young age, Marty helped his mother raise his 12 younger siblings to help overcome the challenges of making ends meet. While learning the importance of hard work and responsibility, Marty also
- [G-PAC, Brady Campaign and Families Unite for Gun Safety](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-brady-campaign-and-families-unite-for-gun-safety/) - The Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC) and the national Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence convened with dozens of gun violence victims and advocates yesterday to proudly endorse Pat Quinn for a second term as Governor of Illinois over his opponent, Bruce Rauner. The event was held in front of the LaSalle Blue
- [G-PAC and Brady Campaign Endorse Governor Quinn](https://gpacillinois.com/g-pac-and-brady-campaign-endorse-governor-quinn/) - Folks from the Brady Campaign to prevent Gun Violence and the Gun Violence Prevention PAC gathered to make the announcement with Quinn on the sidewalk near an entrance to the LaSalle Street Blue Line stop. It was on the LaSalle Blue Line platform last week that a man opened fire on a train with an assault rifle. No
- [350 Bullets; 30 Seconds](https://gpacillinois.com/350-bullets-30-seconds/) - "In the time it takes to watch this ad, an assault weapon with a high capacity ammunition clip could have sprayed a room with 350 deadly bullets." A new TV spot highlights the stark contrast between Bruce Rauner (R) and our endorsed candidate Gov. Pat Quinn (D) on gun issues. Bruce Rauner wants to legalize the sale
- [Your Vote is Your Voice-G-PAC Endorsements](https://gpacillinois.com/gpac-announces-endorsements/) - GPAC Announces Endorsements of State/County Candidates for November Elections Top Tier Races to Receive Financial & Political Support FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2014 - The Gun Violence Prevention Political Action Committee (G-PAC)
- [A few bad apples ...](https://gpacillinois.com/a-few-bad-apples/) - We commend the Brady Campaign for the launch of their National "Bad Apple" Initiative to crackdown on gun dealers that sell the majority of crime guns in the nation. They could not have picked a better place for their kickoff: Chuck's Gun Shop in Riverdale, Illinois. For years, Chuck's has been identified by law enforcement
- [Unmasking the Paper Tiger Presentation - October 19, 2015](https://gpacillinois.com/emanuel-yp/) - Please join us for a reception supporting G-PAC Illinois featuring Mayor Rahm Emanuel! Please click on the invite to download a printable PDF. BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE Or, if you cannot attend but would like to contribute - you can do so here.
- [GPAC Illinois September 4th Reception](https://gpacillinois.com/september4th/) - Click here to buy your tickets! Click here to buy your tickets!
- [‪#‎STANDUPCHICAGO‬](https://gpacillinois.com/standupchicago/) - Chicago Bulls star Joakim Noah stars in a new public service announcement, unveiled Friday, to help stop gun violence. "Chicago, what do you stand for," Noah asks in the 60-second commercial titled "Stand Up Chicago." Read full story here at nbcchicago.com.
- [Bruce Rauner and Assault Weapons](https://gpacillinois.com/bruce-rauner-and-assault-weapons/) - A new video out by the Quinn Campaign highlights Bruce Rauners support for Assault Weapons. When would it make sense to use an assault weapon? Check out Rauner's response here: #RealRauner
- [States with Weak Gun Laws and Higher Gun Ownership Lead Nation in Gun Deaths](https://gpacillinois.com/states-with-weak-gun-laws-and-higher-gun-ownership-lead-nation-in-gun-deaths-2/) - Washington, DC — States with weak gun violence prevention laws and higher rates of gun ownership have the highest overall gun death rates in the nation, according to a Violence Policy Center (VPC) analysis of new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. Meanwhile, states with
- [Campaign to Unload](https://gpacillinois.com/campaign-to-unload/) - 51 million Americans have 401k retirement plans and many are unknowingly invested in public gun companies. Are you one of them? Find out, and then learn how to get your money out. http://www.campaign2unload.org/
- [Demand Peace - 6/13/14](https://gpacillinois.com/demand-peace/) - Join the Faith Community of St. Sabina as they take to the streets for peace this summer. The Annual End of School Year March to Proclaim Peace in the Streets is a great way to show your commitment to peace. First 500 people will receive a free t-shirt beginning at 6:00 PM Friday, June 13th
- [CROSSwalk to a Safe Summer - 6/8/14](https://gpacillinois.com/crosswalk-to-a-safe-summer/) - Join CROSSwalk and hundreds of Chicagoans for a gathering in the South Side Avalon Park community. Hear young people’s stories about the impact of violence, why employers are partnering with CROSSwalk to hire young people, and music by Verbal Kwest. More information at www.episcopalchicago.org/crosswalk Sunday, June 8th 3-5 PM Messiah & St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church
- [The Village Take Back #3 - Today!](https://gpacillinois.com/the-village-take-back-3/) - The Village Take Back continues in Roseland as activists, community leaders and concerned citizens take to the streets to demand peace in our community. Please add your voice to the chorus! Stop the Violence! Tuesday June 2nd 6:30 PM Kids off the Block 11618 S. Michigan
- [Put sensible limits on gun stores to prevent illegal trafficking](https://gpacillinois.com/put-sensible-limits-on-gun-stores-to-prevent-illegal-trafficking/) - Chicago has many law-abiding gun owners who handle their weapons safely and responsibly. The ordinance proposed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel to regulate gun sales in the city is not about them. It's about Chicago's other gun owners: violent thugs who kill innocents as well as each other while terrorizing countless citizens with the ever-present threat
- [It's the Right Time for Anger.. And for the truth. #NotOneMore](https://gpacillinois.com/its-the-right-time-for-anger-and-for-the-truth-notonemore/) - We stand by the Santa Barbara families who lost their loved ones in the Isla Vista shooting. Our hearts are broken with yours and we appreciate your anger. Thank you to Richard Martinez for speaking the truth. ... Martinez, almost overcome with a grief that he knows and we know will never fade, not for
- [URGENT! Call to Action](https://gpacillinois.com/urgent-call-to-action/) - G-Pac Friends- An important gun safety bill moved out of the Illinois House last week and will move to the Senate this week. HB 4290 would increase the penalty on any Concealed Carry instructors who falsify any applications. Read the bill here. The bill is sponsored by Senator Michael Connelly. Please call or email your Senator
- [Tracking Gun's Path to a Killing](https://gpacillinois.com/tracking-guns-path-to-a-killing/) - Before the 14-year-old girl allegedly fired the shot that killed Endia Martin, the .38-caliber revolver had touched many hands. ... It began with a legal purchase, according to a lawyer for Robert James, the Hyde Park man whose .38 special revolver was at the center of events leading to Endia's tragic death. It ended with
- ["Our babies are dying everyday...we need to stop the violence."](https://gpacillinois.com/our-babies-are-dying-everyday-we-need-to-stop-the-violence/)
- [“Stand by and watch what happens. The answer to gun violence is not more guns...”](https://gpacillinois.com/mccarthy-warns-of-dangers-from-concealed-carry-law/) - As the state’s first permits to carry concealed firearms began arriving in the mail this week, Chicago Police Supt. Garry McCarthy was warning of potentially deadly consequences from having more guns on the streets....McCarthy, who has been one of the most vocal critics of the law allowing Illinois residents to carry concealed firearms in public,
- [2016 Paper Tiger Award - Young Professional Ticket](https://gpacillinois.com/paper-tiger-awards-young-professionals-tickets-2016/) - BUY YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TICKETS ONLINE Please join our Event Chair Secretary Arne Duncan for the 2016 Paper Tiger Award presentation honoring Father Michael Pfleger. DATE: Monday, September 19, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. LOCATION: THE DAWSON - 730 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60654 RSVP: Online or at 847.920.4722 TICKETS: $250 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: $10,000 - Event
- [On March 18th Vote for Candidates Who Will Stand Against Gun Violence](https://gpacillinois.com/gpac_endorsements/) - Download the GPAC 2014 Sample Ballot Download the GPAC 2014 Sample Ballot
- [What do you think? Should Loaded, Concealed Handguns be Allowed in Places of Worship?](https://gpacillinois.com/concealed-handguns-houses-of-worship-survey/) - On July 9, 2013, Illinois law changed to allow the concealed carry of loaded handguns including within houses of worship. [contact-form-7 id="223" title="Survey - House of Worship"]
- [How Do You Feel About "Stand Your Ground" Laws?](https://gpacillinois.com/stand-your-ground-survey/) - On July 9, 2013, Illinois law changed to allow the concealed carry of loaded handguns. Now groups like the NRA could be privately lobbying Illinois legislators to pass Florida-style "Stand Your Ground" laws. [contact-form-7 id="210" title="Stand Your Ground - Survey"]
- [State Senator Proposes Gun-Friendly Zone Signs for Businesses (VIDEO)](https://gpacillinois.com/state-senator-proposes-gun-friendly-zone-signs-for-businesses-video/) - Sen. Don Harmon of the 39th district is proposing the signs be put up that say businesses do allow guns inside.
- [Take Our Conceal Carry Business Sign Survey](https://gpacillinois.com/survey/) - The recently passed law allowing the carry of loaded, concealed handguns places a burden on businesses by requiring them to post a sign indicating that loaded, concealed handguns are not allowed on their premises. [contact-form-7 id="185" title="Survey Response"]
- [GPAC Thanks the 31st Annual Lincoln Awards Luncheon Winners](https://gpacillinois.com/gpac-thanks-the-31st-annual-lincoln-awards-luncheon-winners/) - GPAC would like to congratulate Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence and all of the award winners today at the Lincoln Awards Luncheon: Tom Dart, Alex Kotlowitz, Kwame Raoul and the Joyce Foundation. Thank you for your efforts this past year working to prevent the devastation caused by firearms to our families and communities.
- [Help Protect Your Family from Concealed Handguns in Businesses You Frequent in Illinois!](https://gpacillinois.com/concealed-weapon-sign-petition/) - Tell Illinois Legislators you and your family want to shop, dine, bank, and go to the movies - gun free! Add your name to support requiring businesses to post a sign if they allow loaded, concealed handguns on their premises. [contact-form-7 id="169" title="Petition - Blog Page"]
- [Marshall assistant coach shot](https://gpacillinois.com/marshall-assistant-coach-shot/) - 'Out of the blue for no reason' The assistant boys' basketball coach at Marshall Metro High School remained in critical condition this morning after he was shot in the Humboldt Park neighborhood while driving his daughter to school, police said. ... "He's just trying to teach people how to play basketball, get the kids off
- [Hadiya Pendleton's parents address gun violence](https://gpacillinois.com/hadiya-pendletons-parents-address-gun-violence/) - ... "Our family supports the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms — we are not trying to take anybody's guns away, we are just trying to ensure that nobody else knows the sadness of losing a loved one to senseless gun violence." ... Click here for full story. (Chicago Tribune)
- [Guns sent 20 children to U.S. hospitals every single day](https://gpacillinois.com/guns-sent-20-children-to-u-s-hospitals-every-single-day/) - Twenty children or adolescents were hospitalized for firearm-related injuries every day in 2009, and 453 died of their wounds, a new report says. The study provides one of the most comprehensive recent efforts to tally the number of children hurt nationally in gun-related incidents. It was published Monday in the journal Pediatrics. A national database of patients
- [Teens Shot over the Weekend](https://gpacillinois.com/teens-shot-over-the-weekend/) - A 15-year-old boy getting out of a car was shot to death in a drive-by attack Sunday afternoon in the Little Village. His death was the third gunshot wound homicide in the Little Village neighborhood in less than two weeks and happened about 36 hours after another homicide along a gang border in that neighborhood.
- [New Billboard in Illinois Promotes Military Style Assault Weapons and Apple Pie](https://gpacillinois.com/new-billboard-in-illinois-promotes-military-style-assault-weapons-and-apple-pie/) - As the debate over guns in Chicago wears on, a new billboard is raising eyebrows for its controversial message that suggests AR-15 rifles are as "Pure American" as baseball and apple pie. The advertisement, visible from the outbound I-55 Stevenson Expressway on the city's Southwest Side, is for the gun parts company, Slide Fire. According
- [4 Dead, 12 Wounded in Weekend Chicago Shootings](https://gpacillinois.com/4-dead-12-wounded-in-weekend-chicago-shootings/) - The weekend's latest incident took place around 10 a.m. Sunday when a man was shot while shoveling snow on Chicago's South Side. ... Just before 5 a.m. Sunday, two men were found dead in the 9100 block of South Commercial Avenue. ... Just before 5 a.m. Sunday, two men were found dead in the 9100 block
- [Facts About the Gun Violence Epidemic](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-fact-sheet/) - America has a problem with gun violence One in three people in the U.S. know someone who has been shot. 1 On average, 32 Americans are murdered with guns every day and 140 are treated for a gun assault in an emergency room. 2 Every day on average, 51 people kill themselves with a firearm,
- [Gun Violence Killed My Son by Maria Pike Davis](https://gpacillinois.com/gun-violence-killed-my-son-by-maria-pike-davis/) - I am a resident of Chicago, I lived 25 years in Lakeview and my son Ricky was murdered in Logan Square on Aug. 3, 2012. He was 24 years old. The most gun-ridden area of Chicago is a few minutes away from Indiana. Because of the porosity of our borders and the fast growth of

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