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Expresses the House’s strong condemnation of the assassination of Charles “Charlie” James Kirk and of all political violence, praises law enforcement and emergency personnel for their response, and extends condolences to his wife and children. The text honors Kirk’s life and work, praises his support for free speech and civil discussion, and calls on Americans and leaders to reject political violence and recommit to peaceful, respectful civic discourse. The resolution also asks for swift justice for the suspect and urges national unity, courage, and renewed commitment to the values of peaceful debate and democratic principles that the text says Kirk championed.
Charles “Charlie” James Kirk, born October 14, 1993, was a courageous American patriot whose life was tragically and unjustly cut short in an act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk was a devoted Christian who boldly lived out his faith with conviction, courage, and compassion.
Charlie Kirk was a dedicated husband to his wife, Erika Kirk, and a loving father to their daughter and son, exemplifying faith, fidelity, and fatherhood.
Charlie Kirk was a fierce defender of the American founding and its principles of life, liberty, limited government, and individual responsibility.
At 18 years old, Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012, a student movement with the mission to “identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government.”
Primary direct impacts are symbolic and communicative rather than legal or financial. The resolution publicly recognizes and honors the victim and offers condolences to his family, which may provide official acknowledgement and moral support to survivors. It affirms law enforcement and first responders, potentially reinforcing public and agency recognition of their work. The resolution signals to universities, campus communities, political organizations, and the broader public a legislative call to reject political violence and to emphasize peaceful debate; this is intended to influence public norms and rhetoric rather than impose enforceable duties. No new programs, spending, or regulatory obligations are created, so state and local governments, colleges, and other institutions are not legally required to change operations. Political organizations, activists, and advocacy groups may use the resolution’s language in public discussions and commemorations, and members of the public may see it as an official statement of values from the House.
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Introduced September 16, 2025 by Mike Johnson · Last progress September 19, 2025
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)