These are summaries of current gun violence issues that require action by our State and Congressional representatives. The summaries are intended to provide information to assist in communicating with elected officials.
Most summaries have links to additional background information.
Gun-Free Schools Guns have no place in the classroom. Arming teachers will not solve the problem of youth violence. See Gun-Free Schools for additional background information. Restrict access of children and youth to firearms One proven method for reducing juvenile access to guns is to require adult gun owners to secure their firearms so that children do not have access to them. See Child Access Prevention Laws for additional background information.