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Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "My Charleston Loophole legislation would give the FBI more time to process background checks so that dangerous people like the Emanuel AME shooter wouldn't be able to access guns. Senator McConnell must stop delaying and bring it to a vote." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago, worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania fell victim to gun violence, antisemitism and hate. We must combat the gun violence epidemic, and must the dispel the culture of hate that has been rising in this country. #DisarmHate" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 McSally Introduces Bill to Help Prevent Mass Shootings Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Scott, GOP colleagues introduce bill to help prevent mass shootings Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Two years ago, a gunman opened fire on innocent concert-goers in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we remember those lives that were lost, we must commit to taking action to stop gun violence, so we can prevent tragedies like these from happening again." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - ".@HouseDemocrats have already passed 2 common sense gun reform bills, including my #CharlestonLoophole bill. Now, @HouseJudiciary is marking up 3 more bills to curb gun violence. It's time for the Senate to vote. It's time to #KeepAmericansSafe. https://youtu.be/HHF1R5HCKSA " Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Scott Harris, Clerk for the Supreme Court of the U.S. - Senate Republicans Send Unified Message Against Democrats' Court-Packing Threat Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It's been 175 days since @HouseDemocrats acted to end gun violence by passing my Charleston Loophole bill (#HR1112) and #HR8. How much longer is @senatemajldr McConnell going to make Americans wait to see the Senate finally #DoSomething about gun violence?" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "A large majority of Americans support universal background checks and extending the time allowed to complete them. @SenateMajLdr needs to bring the Senate back now to answer the nation's call to vote on H.R. 8 and H.R. 1112. #ElPasoStrong #DaytonStrong" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Our hearts go out to Dayton, Ohio. As we mourn at least 250 mass shootings in America this year, we must address domestic terrorism and its causes. #enoughisenough" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today's tragic shooting in El Paso is devastating. As a nation, we grieve. As a Congress, we must act. When is enough enough?" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 28, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember five journalists who lost their lives during a tragic shooting at the Capital Gazette last year. The House has taken action to combat the epidemic of gun violence in America. The Senate and this administration must act, too." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "It's been 4 years since the Emanuel AME shooting. 4 years without action by my Republican colleagues. We've waited long enough. The Senate must pass the #CharlestonLoophole legislation now!" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 4th anniversary of the devastating tragedy that was the Emanuel AME Church shooting. While we offer our thoughts and prayers to the families and victims of that day, we also ought to be taking action. The House has acted. It's the Senate's turn." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 3rd anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting that took the lives of 49 innocent people. We owe those 49 souls and all other victims of gun violence more than thoughts and prayers. We owe them action. The House has done its part. Now it's the Senate's turn." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "Every day, nearly 100 people in the U.S. fall victim to gun violence. The House has taken action to provide commonsense solutions to #EndGunViolence. It's time for the Senate to do the same. #WearOrange" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 1, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the beginning of #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth. I'm incredibly proud of the gun violence prevention bills @HouseDemocrats have passed this year including my bill to help close the #CharlestonLoophole. We are committed to reducing gun violence, now it's the Senate's turn." Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "The frequency of horrific shootings like the one at UNC Charlotte yesterday are a call to action. We cannot ignore this. We cannot let this be our new normal. We must act now." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 29, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot allow these shootings at our places of worship to become commonplace! This administration and our colleagues across the aisle must act immediately to enact commonsense gun reform so we can take meaningful steps to prevent these tragedies." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 16, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember & honor the 32 lives that were lost during the tragic Virginia Tech shooting. @HouseDemocrats have taken the first steps toward reforming gun laws to prevent these tragedies from happening again. It's time that our Senate colleagues do the same. #VTWeRemember" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, 276,000 gun background checks were not completed in the 3-day window, meaning those guns could have gone to prohibited owners. Our #CharlestonLoophole bill gives the FBI more time to do its job so we can keep guns from prohibited owners." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, 90 percent of background checks are completed within 90 seconds, and 96 percent are completed within three days. Our bill would allow law enforcement additional time to review the backgrounds of the other 4 percent." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2015, 9 innocent people were gunned down at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. The gun used was sold even though the background check wasn't completed. It's past time for thoughts and prayers. We need action. #HR1112 is an important first step." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Cornyn, Murphy Urge Agencies to Fully Implement Fix NICS Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "FBI analysis of the current background check system shows that 3 business days isn't enough time to decide if someone shouldn't be allowed to own a gun. #HR1112 gives them the time they need to conduct a thorough investigation." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "96% of gun background checks are completed within 3 business days. #HR1112 would allow the FBI additional time to complete the remaining 4% of background checks to ensure firearms don't fall into the wrong hands." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2017, 23% of cases where a gun was transferred to a prohibited purchaser involved someone who had been convicted of domestic violence or who had a restraining order. We must fix the #CharlestonLoophole to keep these weapons from falling into the wrong hands!" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Floor Statement on Passage of The "Charleston Loophole" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The #CharlestonLoophole is something all members of Congress should have the courage to change, and I am proud of my House colleagues for displaying that courage today. By doing so, we are one step closer to granting the American people the peace and serenity they deserve." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 22, 2019 Tweet - "We ought to have enough time to properly check the backgrounds of those who wish to purchase firearms. That's what the #CharlestonLoophole bill aims to do." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 22, 2019 Tweet - "If we change nothing, nothing will change. The #CharlestonLoophole bill gives law enforcement the time they need to do their job. Congress must pass this common sense bipartisan legislation." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2019 Congressmen Clyburn and Cunningham Join Community Leaders To Call For Closing The Charleston Loophole Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Those who are eligible and qualified to own a gun can still own a gun, but the Charleston Loophole bill makes sure that we have enough time to check the backgrounds of those who may not be eligible to own a gun." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2019 Clyburn, King, and Cunningham Introduce Legislation to Close the Charleston Loophole Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "This nation has witnessed gun violence in its streets, its places of worship, its schools, and its entertainment venues. This has become an epidemic and it must be addressed now. For too long, Congress has offered thoughts and prayers. It's time for action. #EnoughIsEnough" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, nearly 40,000 Americans died because of gun violence. Gun violence has become an epidemic in our country and needs to be addressed immediately. #NeverAgain" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 8th anniversary of the mass shooting in Tucson, AZ where 6 innocent lives were lost & over a dozen more were left injured, including my good friend, former Rep. Gabby Giffords." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the 26 families who lost their loved ones in the Sandy Hook shooting 6 years ago today. I grieve for the parents, siblings, and children whose pain is still so unimaginable, and who face this, and every day, with incredible courage." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "#Massshootings have become commonplace in this country. That is unacceptable! We need common sense #GunViolence prevention, like my Background Check Completion Act, now. #BorderLineShooting" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 28, 2018 Tweet - "After this week's hateful and bigoted acts of violence, we need common sense gun violence prevention policies and leaders who will work cooperatively to redeem the soul of America. Praying for the many victims and their families" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2018 Tweet - "As we mark the third anniversary of the Charleston Massacre and grieve for the lives lost, Congress must pass my bill, the Background Check Completion Act to close the Charleston Loophole. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/2JRHOHQ" Rep. Jim Clyburn
May 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General - Implement STOP School Violence Act Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
May 21, 2018 Tweet - "The crisis of gun violence in America has gone on for far too long. Congress needs to pass common sense gun violence prevention legislation, including my bill, the Background Check Completion Act, to close the #Charleston Loophole. #GUNviolence #EnoughIsEnough #GunReformNow" Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon Emily W. Murphy, General Services Administration - Rokita Leads Letter to Terminate Citibank's Contract Because of Their Anti-Second Amendment Policies Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
April 6, 2018 Tweet - "Two days ago we marked the 50th anniversary of King's death. Let us remember his words "of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane." We must answer his final question, do we choose #ChaosOrCommunity? #ClyburnLecture (1/3)" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 15, 2018 Addressing the Gun Violence Epidemic Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 14, 2018 Tweet - "Today marks one month since the deadliest high school shooting in America. I join students nationwide in pausing for 17 minutes to honor the lives of those lost & #demandaction. Congress must take up commonsense #GunReformNow. #NeverAgain" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2018 Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan School Safety, Mental Health Legislation Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 27, 2018 Tweet - "House Republicans voted twice today to block consideration of my bill to close the #Charleston Loophole, but I will not be deterred. I have filed a discharge petition to force a vote on HR3464, the Background Check Completion Act. We need common sense #GunReformNow (1/2)" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2018 Clyburn Launches Petition To Force Vote On Closing The Charleston Loophole Rep. Jim Clyburn
Date Title Politician
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "My Charleston Loophole legislation would give the FBI more time to process background checks so that dangerous people like the Emanuel AME shooter wouldn't be able to access guns. Senator McConnell must stop delaying and bring it to a vote." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago, worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania fell victim to gun violence, antisemitism and hate. We must combat the gun violence epidemic, and must the dispel the culture of hate that has been rising in this country. #DisarmHate" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 24, 2019 McSally Introduces Bill to Help Prevent Mass Shootings Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Scott, GOP colleagues introduce bill to help prevent mass shootings Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Two years ago, a gunman opened fire on innocent concert-goers in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we remember those lives that were lost, we must commit to taking action to stop gun violence, so we can prevent tragedies like these from happening again." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - ".@HouseDemocrats have already passed 2 common sense gun reform bills, including my #CharlestonLoophole bill. Now, @HouseJudiciary is marking up 3 more bills to curb gun violence. It's time for the Senate to vote. It's time to #KeepAmericansSafe. https://youtu.be/HHF1R5HCKSA " Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Scott Harris, Clerk for the Supreme Court of the U.S. - Senate Republicans Send Unified Message Against Democrats' Court-Packing Threat Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It's been 175 days since @HouseDemocrats acted to end gun violence by passing my Charleston Loophole bill (#HR1112) and #HR8. How much longer is @senatemajldr McConnell going to make Americans wait to see the Senate finally #DoSomething about gun violence?" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "A large majority of Americans support universal background checks and extending the time allowed to complete them. @SenateMajLdr needs to bring the Senate back now to answer the nation's call to vote on H.R. 8 and H.R. 1112. #ElPasoStrong #DaytonStrong" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Our hearts go out to Dayton, Ohio. As we mourn at least 250 mass shootings in America this year, we must address domestic terrorism and its causes. #enoughisenough" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today's tragic shooting in El Paso is devastating. As a nation, we grieve. As a Congress, we must act. When is enough enough?" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 28, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember five journalists who lost their lives during a tragic shooting at the Capital Gazette last year. The House has taken action to combat the epidemic of gun violence in America. The Senate and this administration must act, too." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "It's been 4 years since the Emanuel AME shooting. 4 years without action by my Republican colleagues. We've waited long enough. The Senate must pass the #CharlestonLoophole legislation now!" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 4th anniversary of the devastating tragedy that was the Emanuel AME Church shooting. While we offer our thoughts and prayers to the families and victims of that day, we also ought to be taking action. The House has acted. It's the Senate's turn." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 3rd anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting that took the lives of 49 innocent people. We owe those 49 souls and all other victims of gun violence more than thoughts and prayers. We owe them action. The House has done its part. Now it's the Senate's turn." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "Every day, nearly 100 people in the U.S. fall victim to gun violence. The House has taken action to provide commonsense solutions to #EndGunViolence. It's time for the Senate to do the same. #WearOrange" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 1, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the beginning of #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth. I'm incredibly proud of the gun violence prevention bills @HouseDemocrats have passed this year including my bill to help close the #CharlestonLoophole. We are committed to reducing gun violence, now it's the Senate's turn." Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "The frequency of horrific shootings like the one at UNC Charlotte yesterday are a call to action. We cannot ignore this. We cannot let this be our new normal. We must act now." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 29, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot allow these shootings at our places of worship to become commonplace! This administration and our colleagues across the aisle must act immediately to enact commonsense gun reform so we can take meaningful steps to prevent these tragedies." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 16, 2019 Tweet - "Today we remember & honor the 32 lives that were lost during the tragic Virginia Tech shooting. @HouseDemocrats have taken the first steps toward reforming gun laws to prevent these tragedies from happening again. It's time that our Senate colleagues do the same. #VTWeRemember" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, 276,000 gun background checks were not completed in the 3-day window, meaning those guns could have gone to prohibited owners. Our #CharlestonLoophole bill gives the FBI more time to do its job so we can keep guns from prohibited owners." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, 90 percent of background checks are completed within 90 seconds, and 96 percent are completed within three days. Our bill would allow law enforcement additional time to review the backgrounds of the other 4 percent." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2015, 9 innocent people were gunned down at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. The gun used was sold even though the background check wasn't completed. It's past time for thoughts and prayers. We need action. #HR1112 is an important first step." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Cornyn, Murphy Urge Agencies to Fully Implement Fix NICS Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "FBI analysis of the current background check system shows that 3 business days isn't enough time to decide if someone shouldn't be allowed to own a gun. #HR1112 gives them the time they need to conduct a thorough investigation." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "96% of gun background checks are completed within 3 business days. #HR1112 would allow the FBI additional time to complete the remaining 4% of background checks to ensure firearms don't fall into the wrong hands." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2017, 23% of cases where a gun was transferred to a prohibited purchaser involved someone who had been convicted of domestic violence or who had a restraining order. We must fix the #CharlestonLoophole to keep these weapons from falling into the wrong hands!" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Floor Statement on Passage of The "Charleston Loophole" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The #CharlestonLoophole is something all members of Congress should have the courage to change, and I am proud of my House colleagues for displaying that courage today. By doing so, we are one step closer to granting the American people the peace and serenity they deserve." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 22, 2019 Tweet - "We ought to have enough time to properly check the backgrounds of those who wish to purchase firearms. That's what the #CharlestonLoophole bill aims to do." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 22, 2019 Tweet - "If we change nothing, nothing will change. The #CharlestonLoophole bill gives law enforcement the time they need to do their job. Congress must pass this common sense bipartisan legislation." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2019 Congressmen Clyburn and Cunningham Join Community Leaders To Call For Closing The Charleston Loophole Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Those who are eligible and qualified to own a gun can still own a gun, but the Charleston Loophole bill makes sure that we have enough time to check the backgrounds of those who may not be eligible to own a gun." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 11, 2019 Clyburn, King, and Cunningham Introduce Legislation to Close the Charleston Loophole Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "This nation has witnessed gun violence in its streets, its places of worship, its schools, and its entertainment venues. This has become an epidemic and it must be addressed now. For too long, Congress has offered thoughts and prayers. It's time for action. #EnoughIsEnough" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, nearly 40,000 Americans died because of gun violence. Gun violence has become an epidemic in our country and needs to be addressed immediately. #NeverAgain" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 8th anniversary of the mass shooting in Tucson, AZ where 6 innocent lives were lost & over a dozen more were left injured, including my good friend, former Rep. Gabby Giffords." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the 26 families who lost their loved ones in the Sandy Hook shooting 6 years ago today. I grieve for the parents, siblings, and children whose pain is still so unimaginable, and who face this, and every day, with incredible courage." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "#Massshootings have become commonplace in this country. That is unacceptable! We need common sense #GunViolence prevention, like my Background Check Completion Act, now. #BorderLineShooting" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 28, 2018 Tweet - "After this week's hateful and bigoted acts of violence, we need common sense gun violence prevention policies and leaders who will work cooperatively to redeem the soul of America. Praying for the many victims and their families" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2018 Tweet - "As we mark the third anniversary of the Charleston Massacre and grieve for the lives lost, Congress must pass my bill, the Background Check Completion Act to close the Charleston Loophole. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/2JRHOHQ" Rep.Jim Clyburn
May 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General - Implement STOP School Violence Act Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
May 21, 2018 Tweet - "The crisis of gun violence in America has gone on for far too long. Congress needs to pass common sense gun violence prevention legislation, including my bill, the Background Check Completion Act, to close the #Charleston Loophole. #GUNviolence #EnoughIsEnough #GunReformNow" Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon Emily W. Murphy, General Services Administration - Rokita Leads Letter to Terminate Citibank's Contract Because of Their Anti-Second Amendment Policies Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
April 6, 2018 Tweet - "Two days ago we marked the 50th anniversary of King's death. Let us remember his words "of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane." We must answer his final question, do we choose #ChaosOrCommunity? #ClyburnLecture (1/3)" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 15, 2018 Addressing the Gun Violence Epidemic Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 14, 2018 Tweet - "Today marks one month since the deadliest high school shooting in America. I join students nationwide in pausing for 17 minutes to honor the lives of those lost & #demandaction. Congress must take up commonsense #GunReformNow. #NeverAgain" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2018 Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan School Safety, Mental Health Legislation Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 27, 2018 Tweet - "House Republicans voted twice today to block consideration of my bill to close the #Charleston Loophole, but I will not be deterred. I have filed a discharge petition to force a vote on HR3464, the Background Check Completion Act. We need common sense #GunReformNow (1/2)" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2018 Clyburn Launches Petition To Force Vote On Closing The Charleston Loophole Rep.Jim Clyburn
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