Democrats and Republicans have blocked any bills sponsored by the opposing party in recent months.
Republican Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently sponsored a bill that would alert the government if anyone on the terrorist watch list over the last ten years tries to purchase a gun. He believes it has enough support to pass if it comes up for a vote.
“This is just part of it,” Rubio said. “It won’t solve every problem but I certainly think it’s better than what we have today.”
Democrats say the Rubio bill doesn’t go far enough to stop guns from getting into the wrong hands.
Survivors and their family members from past mass shooting incidents, including Sandy Hook, Virginia Tech and San Bernardino, have made similar pleas to lawmakers leading up to gun votes. They've been unsuccessful, but Colon believes his story can make a difference.
"I think my voice is going to be heard," Colon said, with his mother by his side. "It's something that I would never wish upon anyone in this world."
Congress is not expected to vote on any gun legislation before Election Day.
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