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SRES 371119th CongressPassed Senate

A resolution honoring the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at the Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Introduced: Sep 2, 2025
Civil Rights & Justice
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This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 371) honoring the victims and survivors of the mass shooting that occurred at the Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on August 27, 2025. The measure expresses condolences to families, honors the memory of those killed, and recognizes the bravery and service of first responders, law enforcement, school staff, church personnel, and community members who helped during the tragedy. It emphasizes healing through unity, compassion, and faith, affirms that there is no place for violence in communities or sacred spaces, and expresses solidarity with all faith communities affected by gun violence. The resolution is a symbolic, non-binding expression of the Senate’s support and does not authorize new laws or funding. Procedurally, it was introduced by Senators Klobuchar and Smith, referred to the Judiciary Committee, discharged, and adopted with an amended preamble.

Key Points

  • 1Condemns the violence and offers condolences to families and loved ones of those killed and injured.
  • 2Honors the memory of the victims and stands in solidarity with survivors, the Catholic community, and the Minneapolis community.
  • 3Commends the bravery and service of law enforcement, first responders, school and church staff, and other community members who helped during the tragedy.
  • 4Expresses support for the Annunciation Church and School community and for Minnesotans coping with the tragedy, emphasizing healing and resilience.
  • 5Declares that violence has no place in communities and that people deserve safety in places of worship and schools; expresses solidarity with all faith communities and schools affected by such violence.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Victims and survivors of the shooting, their families, the Annunciation Catholic Church and School community, and the broader Minneapolis faith and school communities.Secondary group/area affected: First responders, law enforcement, hospital staff, and local educators and church staff who were involved in the response.Additional impacts: Sets a symbolic tone of national support for victims of gun violence, reinforces a public stance against violence in sacred spaces and schools, and may influence future discussions or awareness efforts around safety and community healing in faith communities. Note: As a Senate resolution, it does not create new laws or authorize funding.
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