Gun Safety

I support common sense firearm safety measures.  And, I am proud to have sponsored and voted in support of bills designed to reduce gun violence.  None of these measures impact our Vermont hunting traditions.  While we are a safe state – we have two problems directly affected by firearm violence – domestic violence, veteran and teenage suicide.  Too many domestic partners in Vermont are threatened and/or killed by firearms and we have one of the highest rates of teenage suicide by firearm in the country.

While I respect every Vermonter’s second amendment rights, we need to continue to explore ways to keep guns out of the hands of those who intend harm to our communities or to themselves.  I will continue to support common sense reforms, safe storage of firearms, and domestic violence prevention.