Rose Smith is using her tragedy to provide healing and opportunity for dozens of others.
Senate Bill 13 was introduced last month in Frankfort, a bipartisan effort that would create a pathway for local law enforcement officers to petition for weapons to be taken from someone deemed to be a danger to themselves or others.
Louisville has seen more than 600 homicides since the program was created in 2020.
Nearly one-third of the city's shootings come from gangs and group violence, but Louisville leaders are trying to combat the issue by focusing on the city's youth.
Sherita Smith, Tyree's mother, spoke Friday about the update in her son's case.
Wednesday, Sept. 22 is etched in the minds of loved ones, as well as the crime scene tape and flashing lights from the morning Smith was shot.
16-year-old Tyree Smith was one three JCPS students shot as they wait for their school bus Wednesday morning. Smith died from his injuries.