Public Safety

“Like most rights, the second amendment right is not unlimited.”

—Justice Scalia

Meet Bob Weiss and his daughter Veronica. Read his story here:

https://momsdemandaction.org/using-my-voice-to-make-a-change/


Did you know?

84% of Minnesotans support a universal background check on all gun sales? —Star Tribune

Read article here: http://Minnesotans support for background checks

Protecting kids and communities: Red flag laws

Far too often, law enforcement or family members see warning signs that a person with access to guns may be a threat to themselves or others but are helpless to do anything about it. Red Flag laws can prevent mass shootings and reduce gun suicides by allowing family members and police to ask a judge to temporarily block a person from possessing firearms if they pose a threat to themselves or others. We must also limit easy access to firearms and accessories capable of inflicting mass casualties and require safe and responsible storage of all guns.

Guns on the internet?

In 2018 alone there were 1.2 million ads on Armslist.com for firearm sales where no background check was required? Our federal background check law was written 25 years ago, long before the establishment of online gun marketplaces.

READ MORE HERE: Unchecked:Online Firearm Ads