H.Res. 1417 is a resolution that commemorates the lives lost and honors the survivors of the tragic shooting that took place during the Independence Day Parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022. The resolution aims to acknowledge the impact of this event on the community and the importance of remembering those affected by gun violence.
H.Res. 1417 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Bradley Schneider (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Crime and Law Enforcement policy area, one of 235 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Bradley Schneider is the sponsor of 5 bills in our database this Congress, so H.Res. 1417 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.Res. 1417 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Crime and Law Enforcement is 2/10.
Many media outlets have praised H.Res. 1417 for its focus on remembrance and healing, highlighting the importance of recognizing the ongoing effects of gun violence in communities. The resolution has been seen as a step towards promoting awareness and fostering discussions about gun safety and mental health support for survivors.
Some critics argue that while H.Res. 1417 serves as a memorial, it does not address the underlying issues of gun violence or propose concrete legislative solutions. There are concerns that such resolutions may be symbolic gestures that fail to lead to meaningful change in gun policy or community safety.
The bill H.Res. 1417 focuses on commemorating the lives lost and honoring survivors of a tragic event, which does not have direct industry overlaps with the sponsor's top donor industries. Bradley Schneider's top donor industries include Health Professionals, contributing a substantial $120 million, and Retired individuals, contributing $37.5 million. However, these industries do not have a direct connection to the subject matter of the bill, which is primarily a memorial resolution. Since there are no financial interests that could influence the legislative intent or outcomes related to this resolution, the risk of conflict of interest is assessed as low. Voters should be aware that while campaign contributions can sometimes lead to perceived conflicts, in this case, the nature of the bill and the donor industries do not suggest any undue influence.
Top industries funding Bradley Schneider, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.Res. 1417 do?
H.Res. 1417 is a resolution that commemorates the lives lost and honors the survivors of the tragic shooting that took place during the Independence Day Parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022. The resolution aims to acknowledge the impact of this event on the community and the importance of remembering those affected by gun violence.
Has H.Res. 1417 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.Res. 1417 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.Res. 1417 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.Res. 1417 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Crime and Law Enforcement is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.Res. 1417?
H.Res. 1417 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on July 14, 2026.
Who sponsored H.Res. 1417?
H.Res. 1417 was sponsored by Bradley Schneider (Democrat).
