HR603: HR603 Colt's Manufacturing Company; commitment to safe and responsible firearms ownership; commend

25 LC 112 3363 House Resolution 603 By: Representatives Jasperse of the 11th, Ballinger of the 23rd, Powell of the 33rd, McDonald III of the 26th, McCollum of the 30th, and others A RESOLUTION Commending Colt's Manufacturing Company for its commitment to s afe and responsible1 firearms ownership; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Colt's Manufacturing Company has been a trusted name in the firearms industry3 for over 175 years; and4 WHEREAS, Colt has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to promot ing safe and5 responsible firearms ownership through various initiatives and programs; and6 WHEREAS, Colt has recently launched the Safety Impact Award, a platform recognizing7 nonprofit organizations dedicated to firearm safety, and has engaged football legends Clay8 Matthews, Adam Vinatieri, Joe Thomas, and Fletcher Cox as ambassadors for this initiative;9 and10 WHEREAS, each ambassador has made an initial donation of $5,000 to support their11 respective charitable partners, including Project ChildSafe, Cl ays For Charity, Ducks12 Unlimited, and the International Hunter Education Association, thereby fostering a culture13 of safety and community education; and14 H. R. 603 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3363 WHEREAS, the Safety Impact Award emphasizes the importance of education, training, and15 community engagement in promoting safe and responsible firearm ownership; and16 WHEREAS, Colt is further committed to encouraging secure storag e solutions to prevent17 unauthorized access to firearms and accidents; and18 WHEREAS, Colt supports education and training initiatives for individuals of all experience19 levels to foster a culture of safety and accountability.20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that21 the members of this body commend Colt's Manufacturing Company f or its unwavering22 commitment to promoting safe and responsible firearms ownership and for its efforts to23 enhance community education and engagement through the Safety Impact Award and other24 initiatives.25 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized26 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Colt's27 Manufacturing Company.28 H. R. 603 - 2 -