Denise Majette on Gun Control

Former Democratic Rep (GA-4); 2004 former Senate challenger

Support gun safety requirements including gun locks

I am not an NRA member, but I respect the 2nd Amendment rights of all citizens who want to carry and use firearms in an appropriate and lawful manner. With rights come responsibilities. I also believe that it is reasonable to impose certain safety requirements, such as the requirement that each sale of a handgun include a child-safety lock, to protect our children. Source: 2002 House campaign website MajetteForCongress.org, “Issues” , Oct 27, 2002

Require gun safety courses before purchasing

Maintain and strengthen the enforcement of existing federal restrictions on the purchase and possession of guns.
Require manufacturers to provide child-safety locks on guns.
Majette says, “Require completion of a gun safety course before purchasing.”

Source: Congressional 2002 National Political Awareness Test , Jul 2, 2002

Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse.

Vote to pass a bill that would prohibit liability lawsuits from being brought against gun manufacturers and dealers based on the criminal misuse of firearms. The bill would also block these actions from being brought up against gun trade organizations and against ammunition makers and sellers. The measure would apply immediately to any pending cases. Several specific exceptions to the ban exist. This includes civil suits would be allowed against a maker or dealer who "knowingly and willfully violated" state or federal laws in the selling or marketing of a weapon. Design and manufacturing defect lawsuits are also permitted when weapons are "used as intended. Reference: Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act; Bill HR 1036 ; vote number 2003-124 on Apr 9, 2003

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