Evidence for Action (E4A) funds research evaluating the population health, wellbeing, and racial equity impacts of programs, policies, and practices. What We're Learning is a repository of media pieces, research articles, presentations, reports, and other materials highlighting E4A supported research and findings. Sort by topic or resource type.
Firearm manufacturers are producing more-lethal weapons, with higher numbers of gun purchases and crime gun traces.
Published Research resource
The State Firearm Laws project aims to provide researchers with the data necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of various firearm laws. The website features a database of all law provisions by year and state, a codebook, and information on the methodology used to develop the database.
Popular Press resource
A recently created database tracks state-level firearm-related laws from 1991 to 2016. The database shows that while the overall number of laws has increased during that time, the number of laws varies a great deal from state to state, with some states adding a large number of laws over the year and other states not adding a single one.
Published Research resource
Access to firearms varies from state to state. The State Firearm Laws Database includes information on the laws in place in each of the 50 states and DC and the website highlights some of the things you can learn from the database.
Commentaries resource
Videos, Podcasts, & Webinars resource
Videos, Podcasts, & Webinars resource
Comparing the effectiveness of various state firearm laws or combinations of laws can inform future lawmaking efforts aiming to reduce firearm violence. Learn more about the creation of the State Firearm Laws Database.
Popular Press resource
Briefs, Reports, and Infographics resource
Briefs, Reports, and Infographics resource
Briefs, Reports, and Infographics resource
Briefs, Reports, and Infographics resource