The "Gun Violence Prevention Research Act of 2025" aims to significantly bolster research efforts related to firearms safety and gun violence prevention. It specifically authorizes the appropriation of $50,000,000 annually to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This funding is allocated for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2031 , enabling the CDC to conduct or support vital research in these critical public health areas. The bill clarifies that these authorized appropriations are in addition to any other funds already designated for such research, ensuring a dedicated increase in resources for this purpose.
The "Gun Violence Prevention Research Act of 2025" aims to significantly bolster research efforts related to firearms safety and gun violence prevention. It specifically authorizes the appropriation of $50,000,000 annually to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This funding is allocated for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2031 , enabling the CDC to conduct or support vital research in these critical public health areas. The bill clarifies that these authorized appropriations are in addition to any other funds already designated for such research, ensuring a dedicated increase in resources for this purpose.