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HRES 669119th CongressIn Committee

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

Introduced: Sep 2, 2025
Civil Rights & Justice
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H. Res. 669 is a non-binding House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress to honor the victims and survivors of the mass shooting that occurred on August 27, 2025 at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The resolution publicly condemns violence, offers condolences to families and loved ones, and expresses solidarity with the Annunciation community, survivors, and the broader Minnesota community. It also commends the bravery and service of law enforcement, first responders, medical staff, church and school personnel, and community members who assisted during the tragedy, and it emphasizes healing, unity, and safety in sacred spaces. The bill is a symbolic statement rather than a piece of legislation with regulatory or funding effects, and it was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Sponsors include a bipartisan mix of House members from Minnesota.

Key Points

  • 1Non-binding resolution honoring victims and survivors of the Annunciation Church and School shooting; reiterates national sympathy and solidarity.
  • 2Condemns the act of violence and offers condolences to families and loved ones.
  • 3Commends bravery and service of law enforcement, first responders, medical caregivers, and school/church staff and volunteers who helped during the incident.
  • 4Expresses solidarity with the Annunciation community, Minnesota, and faith communities affected by violence.
  • 5Emphasizes healing through unity, compassion, and shared faith; asserts there is no place for violence in communities or sacred spaces.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Victims and survivors of the Annunciation shooting, their families, and the Annunciation Catholic community in Minneapolis; students, parishioners, and local school staff.Secondary group/area affected: Minneapolis and Minnesota communities at large; local law enforcement and first responders; Catholic and broader faith communities.Additional impacts: Signals national political support and unity against violence, contributes to public discourse about safety in places of worship and schools, and provides a symbolic, morally supportive framework without creating new policies or funding.
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