Issue Position: Gun Control

Issue Position

Since he was first elected to Congress, John has been steadfast in protecting Arizonans' right to bear arms, understanding that the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution endows to law-abiding citizens the right to own firearms and the rich heritage of hunting, ranching, and fishing that Arizona has enjoyed since its territorial days. John has, among other things, fought to make sure veterans' Second Amendment rights weren't curtailed by a recent federal legislative proposal and supported having gun manufacturers shielded from frivolous lawsuits. While John has also supported responsible measures that would prevent criminals and the judicially-declared mentally ill from obtaining firearms, he will continue to vigorously support measures that support Arizona's rich gun-ownership heritage and protect this right that Arizonans so dearly cherish.

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