Honoring Charlie Kirk and Condemning Political Violence
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This resolution officially honors the life and work of Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, who was killed in an act of political violence in September 2025.
- The House of Representatives strongly condemns the assassination and states that violence has no place in American politics, regardless of a person's beliefs.
- It praises law enforcement for their work in finding a suspect and calls for a quick trial to ensure justice is served.
- The document encourages all Americans to return to respectful debate and civil discussion instead of using hatred or violence to settle differences.
- It offers formal condolences to Kirk's wife and two children and recognizes his efforts to promote conservative principles and the First Amendment on college campuses.
Milestones
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 310 - 58, 38 Present (Roll no. 282). (text: CR 9/18/2025 H4437)
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 310 - 58, 38 Present (Roll no. 282).
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4477-4478)
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res 719, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Biggs (AZ) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Vote Results
1 voteOn Agreeing to the Resolution
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk.
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