July 3, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Massachusetts Adopts Life-Saving Extreme Risk Law Boston, MA (July 3, 2018) — Today, Governor Charlie Baker became the latest governor to sign an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) bill into law. Extreme risk laws have seen broad bipartisan …
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July 3, 2018
In the News
Our media director Andrew Patrick explains ERPOs in context of the recent Annapolis shooting
June 27, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Delaware Becomes Latest State to Adopt Life Saving Extreme Risk Law Dover, DE (June 27, 2018) — Today, Governor John Carney became the latest governor to sign an extreme protection risk order (ERPO) bill into law. Extreme risk …
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June 24, 2018
In the News
Our executive director co-authors a piece urging Pennsylvania lawmakers to support ERPO legislation
June 20, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 20, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Endorses Monte Frank for Connecticut Lt. Governor Washington, DC (June 20, 2018) — Following the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School, many Americans found themselves paralyzed with grief. They did not know …
June 19, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 19, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 In Trump’s America, An AR-15 Has More Rights Than a Migrant Child We can no longer stay silent on the atrocious human rights violations taking place Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Executive Director Josh Horwitz Issued the Following …
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June 15, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 If Florida is Serious about Stopping Gun Violence, Bill Nelson is the Only Choice The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence endorses Senator Bill Nelson for re-election Washington, DC (June 15, 2018) — This week, we are reminded of …
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June 13, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Governor Murphy Signs Life-Saving Extreme Risk Order Into Law New Jersey becomes latest state to adopt bill to remove guns from someone at risk to self or others Trenton, NJ (June 13, 2018) — This morning, Governor Phil …
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June 12, 2018
In the News
Our executive director Josh Horwitz makes the case for microstamping laws in a letter to the editor
June 11, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Firearm Suicides Encapsulate Two American Epidemics Washington, DC (June 8, 2018) — Last week, the nation was reminded once again of the devastating effects of suicide. High profile suicide deaths have ignited a national discussion about prevention. A death …
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June 7, 2018
In the News
CSGV’s data-driven policy work was highlighted in the wake of the Annapolis shooting
June 4, 2018
In the News
“Because individuals who use guns to attempt suicide almost never survive, limiting their access to firearms saves lives. California has an opportunity to do so.”
June 1, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Wear Orange to Stop Gun Violence in All Its Forms Washington, DC (June 1, 2018) — This weekend, the nation will wear orange to mark the beginning of gun violence awareness month. The “wear orange” movement began after 15-year-old …
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May 20, 2018
In the News
Our Director of Public Health Research explains how domestic violence plays into the gun violence epidemic- and how policy approaches can address it
May 18, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Texas Deserves a Senator Who Gives A Damn About Stopping Gun Violence The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence endorses Beto O’Rourke for Senate in Texas Washington, DC (May 18, 2018) — Enough is Enough. In the wake of …
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May 18, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Santa Fe High School Shooting Shows Price of Inaction Two weeks after the NRA came to Texas, the effects of their dangerous policies are felt at Sante Fe High School Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Executive Director Josh …
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May 17, 2018
In the News
Our executive editor Bryan Barks explains the importance of destigmatizing mental illness in the gun violence debate
May 11, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Endorses Governor Kate Brown for Re-Election Washington, DC (May 10, 2018) — The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence (CSGV) endorses incumbent Kate Brown for re-election as Governor of Oregon. Governor Brown has made gun …
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May 10, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Endorses Chris Murphy for Re-Election Washington, DC (May 10, 2018) — The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence (CSGV) endorses incumbent Senator Chris Murphy for re-election as United States senator from Connecticut. Senator Murphy has …
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May 9, 2018
In the News
Risk protection laws, including voluntary self-prohibition, offer a safety net for those at risk of dying by suicide