State of Idaho Archives: on Gun Control
Brad Little:
Opposes constitutional right to hunt, trap, and fish
Legislative Summary:Proposing a new section to the Constitution of the State of Idaho:- to provide that all wildlife within the state of Idaho shall be preserved, protected, perpetuated and managed to provide continued supplies for
the citizens of Idaho to harvest by hunting, fishing and trapping for the continued benefit of the people;
- to provide that the taking of wildlife by hunting, fishing and trapping is a valued part of our heritage and shall be a right preserved for the
people;
- to provide that the exercise of this right by the people shall not be prohibited;
- to provide that the rights set forth do not create a right to trespass on private property;
- [that these rights] shall not be construed to affect rights
established to divert, appropriate, and use water , nor to establish any minimum amount of water in any stream, river, lake, reservoir or other water body.
Legislative Outcome: Sen. Little voted NAY; failed Senate 18-16-1, March 1.
Source: Idaho Legislative voting records on SJR 106
Mar 1, 2006
Brad Little:
Second Amendment is a sacred trust
As a lifetime member of the NRA, I am a strong defender of the 2nd Amendment.
The 2nd Amendment in Idaho is a sacred trust guaranteed by our Constitution--a fundamental and irrevocable right. Not only are guns vital to our way of life, they are important to our economy.
Source: 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial website BradLittleForIdaho.com
Sep 1, 2017
Brad Little:
Remove the duty to flee in Idaho's self-defense laws
Q: Where do you stand on enacting "stand your ground" legislation in Idaho?The issue: "Stand your ground" is a self-defense law that allows someone to use deadly force, instead of retreating, if they feel their safety is threatened at work,
in their vehicle or other public settings. It is based on the "castle doctrine," a centuries-old law that allows someone to use deadly force while defending their home.
Little: "The Legislature continues to debate expanding self-defense laws in
Idaho code. I would be supportive of a bill that provides a reasonable standard in removing the duty to flee in Idaho's self-defense laws."
Democratic opponent Paulette Jordan: : "Similar 'stand your ground' policies in other states have
led to increased homicide rates, especially amongst children and people of color. Enacting this reckless legislation would make Idaho less fair and less safe."
Source: Idaho Statesman on 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial debate
Feb 25, 2018
Ed Humphreys:
Not allow ANY infringement upon our Second Amendment rights
Ed Humphrey's solemn promise to the citizens of Idaho is that he will not allow ANY infringement upon our Second Amendment rights.
Ed will not allow federal overreach to tread upon the rights guaranteed under the Idaho State Constitution.
Source: 2021 ID Gubernatorial campaign website EdForIdaho.com
Oct 4, 2021
Gary Peters:
Common sense safety measures, including background checks
We must come together to protect our children from gun violence and I think President Obama put a comprehensive package on the table. There is no single solution to ending gun violence, but we must do what we can to avert future tragedies, including
common sense gun safety measures, expanded background checks for gun buyers, and school safety initiatives. In the days ahead, I will be urging my colleagues in Congress to put partisanship aside and work to prevent gun violence.
Source: Press release, "Gun Violence", re: 2014 Idaho Senate race
Jan 16, 2013
Janice McGeachin:
A+ rating from NRA; fight encroachments on 2nd amendment
In my campaign for Lieutenant Governor, I earned an A+ rating from the NRA and an A+ endorsement from Dick Heller.
As your Governor, I will continue to fight against any encroachment on our 2nd Amendment Right, including any infringement coming from Washington, D.C.
Source: 2021 ID Senate campaign website JaniceForIdaho.com
Aug 25, 2021
Jim Risch:
Second Amendment is individual right that must be maintained
Like our Founding Fathers, I oppose any abridgement of the right to keep and bear arms.
The Second Amendment is an individual right that must be maintained. Like our Founding Fathers, I oppose any abridgement of the right to keep and bear arms.
Source: Vote-USA.org on 2020 Idaho Senate race
Apr 3, 2008
Jerry Sturgill:
Keep guns from terrorists, but we have enough laws
Sturgill, a lawyer, said he understands and supports the Second Amendment, but he said he would support efforts to "keep guns away from people who are terrorists or are insane."
The country has enough gun control laws, Sturgill said, but they need to be enforced more effectively.
Source: Post-Register coverage of 2016 Idaho Senate race
Jul 1, 2016
Michael Crapo:
I oppose all efforts to weaken the Second Amendment
As a gun owner and lifelong hunter, I am fighting to protect and preserve our constitutional right to bear arms. I do not support gun control; we should not burden law-abiding citizens with additional gun restrictions that will not increase public
safety. I will not support any legislation that hinders the ability of law-abiding citizens to acquire a firearm. I have consistently voted to protect our Constitutional rights and will continue to oppose all efforts to weaken the Second Amendment.
Source: 2021 Idaho Senate campaign website CrapoForSenate.com
Jun 16, 2021
Natalie Fleming:
Honestly, I don't care if you have a Tank in your back yard
The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. Our Second Amendment protects all other freedoms Americans cherish.
Our Second Amendment protects Americans from both foreign and domestic threats. Honestly, I don't care if you have a Tank in your back yard. Really, just don't blow my windows out.
Source: 2022 Idaho Senate campaign website NatalieIsAwesome.com
Jun 28, 2022
Nels Mitchell:
High priority on right to hunt & fish on public lands
Mitchell said that, after jobs and the economy, he would focus on protecting Idahoans' right to hunt, fish and recreate on public lands. "Our public
lands belong to all of us, and they should not be turned over to the state where they could be put up for sale."
Source: 2014 Idaho Senate campaign website, NelsMitchellForIdaho.com
Jan 14, 2014
Paulette Jordan:
Opposes teachers being front line defenders in classrooms
Q:What is governor's role in providing leadership on firearms? Jordan: It's important for the governor to say we will not carry over the national conversation. We see they want to mandate teachers having guns in classrooms, and
this is where we have a stake to say this is not the culture we want in Idaho. We're listening to every community. The teachers' job is to teach, and why would we expect them to be front line defenders? Front line defenders are school resource officers.
Source: Idaho Business Review on 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial race
Apr 27, 2018
Paulette Jordan:
Stand-your-ground laws lead to homicide of people of color
Q: Where do you stand on enacting "stand your ground" legislation?The issue: "Stand your ground" is a self-defense law that allows someone to use deadly force, instead of retreating, if they feel their safety is threatened at work, in their vehicle
or other public settings.
Jordan: "While I recently voted to allow our bipartisan House to further debate a 'stand your ground' bill due to appeals by my constituents, I do not support this legislation. The bill seeks to undo Idaho's current gun laws,
and as a gun owner myself, I am concerned by any attempt to loosen laws that enable us to protect ourselves. The fact is that similar 'stand your ground' policies in other states have led to increased homicide rates, especially amongst children and
people of color. Enacting this reckless legislation would make Idaho less fair and less safe."
Lt. Gov. Brad Little: "I would be supportive of a bill that provides a reasonable standard in removing the duty to flee in Idaho's self-defense laws."
Source: Idaho Statesman on 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial debate
Feb 25, 2018
Raul Labrador:
It is time to enact 'stand your ground' legislation in Idaho
Q: Where do you stand on enacting "stand your ground" legislation in Idaho?The issue: "Stand your ground" is a self-defense law that allows someone to use deadly force, instead of retreating, if they feel their safety is threatened at work, in their
vehicle or other public settings. It is based on the "castle doctrine," a centuries-old law that allows someone to use deadly force while defending their home.
Labrador: "Idaho must always defend the Second Amendment rights of our citizens.
That is why I believe it is time to enact 'stand your ground' legislation in Idaho. Idaho should provide solid legal protection to people who must resort to deadly force in the protection of lives and property. As governor,
I'll support and promote legislation protecting law-abiding citizens who stand their ground, or use force without retreating, in defense of themselves, their families and their fellow Idahoans."
Source: Idaho Statesman on 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial debate
Feb 25, 2018
Russ Fulcher:
Establish constitutional right to hunt, trap, and fish
Legislative Summary:Proposing a new section to the Constitution of the State of Idaho:- to provide that all wildlife within the state of Idaho shall be preserved, protected, perpetuated and managed to provide continued supplies for
the citizens of Idaho to harvest by hunting, fishing and trapping for the continued benefit of the people;
- to provide that the taking of wildlife by hunting, fishing and trapping is a valued part of our heritage and shall be a right preserved for the
people;
- to provide that the exercise of this right by the people shall not be prohibited;
- to provide that the rights set forth do not create a right to trespass on private property;
- [that these rights] shall not be construed to affect rights
established to divert, appropriate, and use water , nor to establish any minimum amount of water in any stream, river, lake, reservoir or other water body.
Legislative Outcome: Sen. Fulcher voted AYE; failed Senate 18-16-1, March 1.
Source: Idaho Legislative voting records on SJR 106
Mar 1, 2006
Tommy Ahlquist:
Oppose weakening right to bear arms
Some of Tommy's fondest memories of growing up are of hunting with his father. As a lifelong hunter and gun owner, he will defend and protect our Second Amendment rights.
He will oppose any legislation that weakens the constitutional right to bear arms by responsible, law abiding citizens.
Source: 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial website TommyForIdaho.com
Aug 8, 2017
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