Nearly three years after the devastating mass shooting at Robb Elementary School, the City of Uvalde has reached a settlement with the families of the 21 victims who lost their lives on May 24, 2022.
Settlement Approved by City Council
The settlement was confirmed Tuesday night by attorney Josh Koskoff, who represents the families. It was unanimously approved by the Uvalde City Council. While the exact terms remain confidential, the agreement includes a monetary payout through the city’s insurance.
Beyond Compensation: A Push for Reform
The families’ demands extended far beyond financial restitution. When the lawsuit was filed in 2024, the plaintiffs urged the city to implement stronger police training and adopt fitness standards for officers—a direct response to law enforcement’s delayed response during the tragedy.
They also requested:
- Regular maintenance of the cemetery where many victims are buried.
- Transparent accounting of donations and spending related to the shooting.
- Official recognition of May 24 as a day of remembrance.
- The creation of a permanent memorial committee.
A Collective Stand for Change
All 21 families—those of 19 students and 2 teachers—were represented in the lawsuit. Although no additional plaintiff names were released, the settlement represents a collective effort to bring accountability and lasting change to the community.
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