We can end gun violence in Illinois.
Gun violence is a daily reality in America – but we’re fighting back.
We’re a movement of survivors, advocates, policy experts, faith leaders, and youth committed to keeping our families and communities safe.
We have a plan to address Illinois’ gun violence crisis, but we need your help to push back against the gun lobby’s deadly agenda, hold lawmakers accountable, and pass life-saving gun legislation in Illinois.
Join the movement today:
BY the numbers
Gun Violence happens Everyday in Illinois
#1
Guns are the #1 cause of death for children and teens in Illinois.
1,600+
Illinoisans die from gun violence every year.
$18.6B
Cost of gun deaths and injuries to Illinois every year.
Our Accomplishments
Breaking the gun lobby’s hold on Illinois lawmakers
For years, no one in our state had a comprehensive strategy to pass meaningful gun safety legislation. We are building a political force to hold lawmakers accountable and continue the fight to keep our communities safe.
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Holding Gun Industry Members Accountable
Illinois provides a pathway to justice for victims and survivors of gun violence by holding gun manufacturers accountable for deceptive advertising practices.
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Banning Military Style Weapons
Illinois becomes the ninth state in the country, and the first state in the Midwest, to pass a ban on assault weapons and large-capacity magazines.
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Eradicating “Ghost Guns”
Illinois becomes one of the first states to make untraceable, unserialized guns (“Ghost Guns”) illegal.
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Preventing Illegal Gun Ownership
Illinois enacts background checks for all gun sales, strengthens the FOID (Firearm Owner ID) card system, and directs investments to communities.
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Making Corrupt Gun Dealers Accountable
Illinois requires all gun dealers to be certified by the state, cracking down on illegal gun purchasers and traffickers.