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Bill Summary · HB 871

Bill overview

  • Bill: HB 871
  • Session: 136th General Assembly, Ohio
  • Introduced: May 12, 2026
  • Prime sponsor: Representative Darnell Brewer
  • Senate sponsors not listed (bill is in House, no title given beyond designation)

Purpose: Designate the month of June as "Gun Violence Awareness Month" in Ohio.

Key provisions

  • New statutory designation: Enacts section 5.22101 of the Revised Code.
  • Language: The month of June is designated as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
  • Scope: The designation is symbolic and declarative, creating an annual statewide recognition.

Who/what is affected

  • State government and public observances: The designation provides a formal basis for recognizing gun violence awareness during June.
  • Organizations and communities: May inspire activities and programs (e.g., awareness campaigns, remembrance events, educational efforts) during June, though no specific programs or funding are mandated in the bill.
  • General public: Increases visibility of gun violence issues and may inform discussions, policy proposals, or community initiatives in June.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Legislative action history: Introduced in the 2026 session (HB 871) with multiple co-sponsors.
  • Next steps: If approved by the Ohio General Assembly and signed by the Governor, Ohio would designate June as Gun Violence Awareness Month going forward in each calendar year.
  • Effective date: Presumably upon enactment, with the designation applying to the month of June in subsequent years; the bill text does not specify a retroactive or immediate effective date beyond enactment.

Observations

  • Scope is symbolic and commemorative; there are no fiscal provisions, programmatic requirements, or penalties attached.
  • The bill aligns with efforts to raise awareness about gun violence and to honor victims and survivors.
  • With broad bipartisan co-sponsorship, the proposal signals a legislative interest in public education and awareness around gun violence issues, potentially complementing future policy discussions.

If you’d like, I can compare this bill to similar designations in other states or provide a potential outline for accompanying awareness programs that could be implemented in June if the bill advances.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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