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SUPPORTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ETHAN'S LAW
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WHEREAS, the Kane County Board recognizes the importance of promoting the safety and well-being of all residents, particularly the youth of our community; and
WHEREAS, the tragic events surrounding the untimely death of Ethan Song, a young resident of our Country, have highlighted the need for stricter regulations regarding firearm storage and access, and
WHEREAS, Ethan's Law is a proposed Federal legislation aimed at preventing unauthorized access to firearms by ensuring the safe and secure storage of firearms within households; and
WHEREAS, Ethan's Law advocates for the responsible gun ownership and seeks to reduce the incidence of accidental shootings and self-inflicted injuries, especially among children and vulnerable individuals; and
WHEREAS, Ethan's Law proposes that firearm owners be required to securely store firearms in a manner that prevents access by unauthorized individuals, including the use of trigger locks, cable locks, or other secure storage mechanisms; and
WHEREAS, Ethan's Law also promotes education and awareness programs to educate the public on safe firearm storage practices and emphasizes the importance of responsible firearm ownership, and
WHERAS, the passage of Ethan's Law would contribute to enhancing public safety, protecting our community's children and reducing the likelihood of tragic accidents involving firearms.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Kane County Board that we express our full support for Ethan's Law and urge the United States Congress to promptly consider and enact this legislation to ensure the safe storage and responsible ownership of firearms.
Passed by the Kane County Board on September 12, 2023.
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John A. Cunningham, M...
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