The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 61, introduced by a bipartisan group of representatives and senators, seeks to proclaim June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day in Wisconsin. The resolution highlights the alarming statistics surrounding gun violence, noting that firearms are the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. and Wisconsin. It emphasizes the daily toll of gun-related injuries and deaths, with approximately 741 individuals killed by guns in Wisconsin each year, a significant portion of which are suicides. The resolution also points out the financial burden of gun violence on society, costing the nation over $557 billion annually, and underscores the importance of gun safety laws in reducing firearm death rates.

The resolution acknowledges Wisconsin's tradition of responsible gun ownership and safe usage while advocating for awareness of the impact of gun violence on families across urban, rural, and suburban areas. By designating a specific day for awareness, the legislature aims to promote discussions around gun safety and the need for reasonable restrictions on firearms, in line with the U.S. Supreme Court's recognition of the Second Amendment's limitations.