Firearms
Who may buy, own and carry guns, which guns and sales are restricted, what limits governments may set under the Second Amendment, who is liable when guns are misused, and how gun deaths and injuries are prevented.
What they call for
DemocratsRepublicans30 new members addressed this issue (with these filters). Many call for more than one thing.
Protect the right to keep and bear arms
30 members“Our right to bear arms is non-negotiable. Michael Alfonso will protect the Second Amendment against any attempt to weaken it. He backs constitutional carry and our right to defend ourselves.”View on their website ↗
“When the Radical Left comes for your firearm or to impose more restrictions on law-abiding gun owners, Andy will stand in the breach and fight for our Second Amendment rights.”View on their website ↗
“Andy has consistently opposed gun control bills put forward to strip gun owners of their firearms without due process.”View on their website ↗
“No one will work harder as your next U.S. Senator to protect your Second Amendment Rights from every possible threat.”View on their website ↗
“Protect the Second Amendment”View on their website ↗
“God-given rights don’t need D.C.’s permission.”View on their website ↗
“Defend Our Second Amendment Rights”View on their website ↗
“As an avid hunter, Jerry Carl is a lifelong supporter of the Second Amendment and will defend our right to bear and keep arms.”View on their website ↗
“Championed constitutional carry, playing a key role in passing one of the most important Second Amendment victories in state history”View on their website ↗
“Democrats took away our 2nd Amendment rights in New York and perpetually attack our First Amendment rights nationally. I will fight to protect and restore both.”View on their website ↗
“Preserve and protect our constitutional rights to free speech, freedom of worship, and the right to bear arms.”View on their website ↗
“He is a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment and has earned an “A” rating with the NRA.”View on their website ↗
“Defending the Second Amendment”View on their website ↗
“Houston believes the Second Amendment means exactly what it says: “shall not be infringed.” Law-abiding Georgians have the constitutional right to keep and bear arms, and Houston will always stand up to protect it.”View on their website ↗
“Defend Our Gun Rights”View on their website ↗
“As a lifelong Conservative, defender of freedom, and warrior for our Nation, Gallrein will protect our right to keep and bear arms without compromise and back the blue.”View on their website ↗
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“Defending Our Second Amendment Rights”View on their website ↗
“As a proud gun owner and lifetime member of the NRA, Johnny believes that our Second Amendment is one of our most important freedoms that we enjoy in our country. Every American has the Constitutional right to bear arms, and as your Congressman, he’ll always fight for that right.”View on their website ↗
“The Second Amendment is one of the most fundamental rights in America. The authority to protect yourself and your family must never be infringed.”View on their website ↗
“The Second Amendment is not a suggestion. It is a constitutional right.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie will defend the right of law-abiding Americans to keep and bear arms and oppose efforts by Washington to create unnecessary restrictions on responsible gun ownership.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie will stand with Tennessee gun owners and defend the Second Amendment in Congress.”View on their website ↗
“Protect 2nd Amendment Rights”View on their website ↗
“I support the Second Amendment, and I remain committed to fighting the Democrat’s attempts to infringe on the rights of law-abiding Americans.”View on their website ↗
“During my time in Congress, I have been resolute in resisting Washington Democrat’s attempts to infringe on the rights of law-abiding Americans. I have consistently cosponsored the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, along with legislation to roll back burdensome National Fire Arms (NFA) Act regulation and fees on suppressors, short barreled rifles, and short barreled shot guns, including the SHORT Act and the Hearing Protection Act.”View on their website ↗
“The right to keep and bear arms is not negotiable.”View on their website ↗
“I will defend the Second Amendment every time.”View on their website ↗
“Uphold the Second Amendment”View on their website ↗
“The Second Amendment is not up for negotiation. As a proud gun owner, I will oppose any attempt by radical gun control advocates to trample on our most fundamental right to protect our families, our property and our freedom.”View on their website ↗
“He refused to enforce mandates he believed violated constitutional rights and has remained a steadfast defender of free speech, religious liberty, the Second Amendment, and personal freedom.”View on their website ↗
“Paul will defend your Second Amendment rights, fight government overreach, and stand up for parents and families.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, I will stay focused on the priorities that matter most to Louisiana families: keeping the border secure, stopping the flow of fentanyl, protecting election integrity, defending life, standing up for parents’ rights, protecting the Second Amendment, supporting Louisiana energy, and reining in Washington by cutting spending and shrinking the federal bureaucracy.”View on their website ↗
“Barry defends Second Amendment, supports gun rights, resists confiscation.”View on their website ↗
“Barry believes in the right to keep and bear arms – period. The Second Amendment guarantees our liberty, allows us to defend our families, and deters violent criminals. The Second Amendment is an individual right for law-abiding citizens, as the Supreme Court confirmed in DC v. Heller. Any attempt to confiscate guns by the federal government is unconstitutional, illegal, and must be resisted.”View on their website ↗
“Barry will stand strong for the Second Amendment no matter what the DC elites have to say about it.”View on their website ↗
“Trever supports limited government, fiscal responsibility, secure borders, and the protection of constitutional freedoms, including religious liberty and the right to keep and bear arms.”View on their website ↗
“Safeguarding our 2nd Amendment”View on their website ↗
“Every American has a constitutional right to keep and bear arms. Austin will be a strong and unwavering defender of the Second Amendment in Congress.”View on their website ↗
“Austin will stand firmly against any radical gun control agenda pursued by the Radical Left and work to protect the rights of law-abiding gun owners.”View on their website ↗
“From protecting free speech and religious freedom to preserving the right to keep and bear arms, Jim will never back down from defending the God-given liberties that make our nation the freest in the world.”View on their website ↗
“The Second Amendment is not negotiable.”View on their website ↗
“I support President Trump's commitment to protecting the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners and will oppose efforts to restrict those rights through federal overreach.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, I will fight to defend our right to keep and bear arms while ensuring criminals, not responsible citizens, are held accountable for violent crime.”View on their website ↗
“Protect freedom of speech, religious liberty, due process, and the right to keep and bear arms.”View on their website ↗
“Protect Our Second Amendment Rights”View on their website ↗
“Repeatedly defended our constitutional right to keep and bear firearms”View on their website ↗
“Defend the Second Amendment”View on their website ↗
“Protect the God-given right to keep and bear arms from any infringement, federal or otherwise.”View on their website ↗
“Defending the 2nd Amendment”View on their website ↗
“Defending Our 2nd Amendment Right”View on their website ↗
“Red flag laws and other unlawful restrictions on our constitutional rights have no place in America.”View on their website ↗
“In Texas, I have been a consistent and staunch defender of our second amendment rights, and that will continue in Congress.”View on their website ↗
“Protecting our 2nd Amendment”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jace Yarbrough will champion national reciprocity on concealed carry permits so law-abiding gun owners can lawfully carry when traveling over state lines, and a repeal of the National Firearms Act - an outdated law twisted by Democrats to arbitrarily infringe on our freedoms.”View on their website ↗
Loosen limits on carrying and owning guns
6 members“Our right to bear arms is non-negotiable. Michael Alfonso will protect the Second Amendment against any attempt to weaken it. He backs constitutional carry and our right to defend ourselves.”View on their website ↗
“Championed constitutional carry, playing a key role in passing one of the most important Second Amendment victories in state history”View on their website ↗
“In the legislature, he has supported Constitutional Carry and fought to stop government overreach that threatens the freedoms guaranteed in our Constitution.”View on their website ↗
“I cosponsored the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (HR 38) to expand the recognition of concealed carry licenses for gun owners across the country, and I voted against the Democrats’ misguided gun control bills, H.R.8 and H.R.1112.”View on their website ↗
“During my time in Congress, I have been resolute in resisting Washington Democrat’s attempts to infringe on the rights of law-abiding Americans. I have consistently cosponsored the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, along with legislation to roll back burdensome National Fire Arms (NFA) Act regulation and fees on suppressors, short barreled rifles, and short barreled shot guns, including the SHORT Act and the Hearing Protection Act.”View on their website ↗
“2021 HB 2675 – Requires the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to expedite the handgun license (LTC) process for individuals deemed at higher risk of becoming victims of violence. Joint Author”View on their website ↗
“2019 HB 1791 – Strengthens the ability of license holders to carry in public spaces by ensuring government entities do not overstep with “gun-free” restrictions. Joint Author”View on their website ↗
“2019 HB 1177 – Known as a “disaster protection” act. it allows licensed and unlicensed Texans to legally carry handguns, openly or concealed, for up to seven days while evacuating from or during a declared state of natural disaster. Joint Author”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jace Yarbrough will champion national reciprocity on concealed carry permits so law-abiding gun owners can lawfully carry when traveling over state lines, and a repeal of the National Firearms Act - an outdated law twisted by Democrats to arbitrarily infringe on our freedoms.”View on their website ↗
Crack down on gun crime and gun trafficking
1 member“In Congress, I will fight to defend our right to keep and bear arms while ensuring criminals, not responsible citizens, are held accountable for violent crime.”View on their website ↗
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