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Martin Heinrich on Gun Control

 

 


Ban bump stocks; ban sales to federal no-fly list

Q: Support more restrictive gun control legislation?

Martin Heinrich (D): Yes. Former NRA member, backed legislation to ban bump stocks & deny those on the federal no-fly list.

Gary Johnson (L): No. Says evidence doesn't show that such laws make us safer--actually less safe.

Mick Rich (R): No. "Constitutional right." Wouldn't restrict semi-automatic weapons or silencers.

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Issue Guide on New Mexico Senate race , Oct 9, 2018

National cross-state standard for concealed carry.

Heinrich signed H.R.197&S.845

Establishes a national standard for the carrying of concealed firearms (other than a machinegun or destructive device) by non-residents. Authorizes a person who has a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm in one state and who is not prohibited from carrying a firearm under federal law to carry a concealed firearm in another state:

Source: National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act 09-HR197 on Jan 6, 2009

Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases.

Heinrich co-sponsored Firearms Interstate Commerce Reform Act

Congressional Summary:Amends the federal criminal code to:

  • allow licensed firearms dealers to sell or deliver any firearm (currently, rifles or shotguns) to any state if the licensee meets with the purchaser and the transaction complies with the laws of the state in which the transfer is conducted and the purchaser`s state of residence; and
  • eliminate the requirement that a licensee must conduct business at a gun show only in the state that is specified on the licensee`s license.
  • Nothing in this Act shall prohibit the sale of a firearm or ammunition between licensed firearms dealers at any location in any state.

    Proponent`s Comments (NRA-ILA, Oct. 14, 2011): This bill would remove several antiquated and unnecessary restrictions imposed on interstate firearms business since 1968:

    Source: HR58/S1691 11-H0058 on Oct 12, 2011

    Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad.

    Heinrich co-sponsored Veterans' Heritage Firearms Act

    Source: HR420/S798 11-HR0420 on Jan 25, 2011

    Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey.

    Heinrich supports the CC survey question on Second Amendment

    The Christian Coalition Voter Guide inferred whether candidates agree or disagree with the statement, 'Further Restrictions on the Right to Keep and Bear Arms' Christian Coalition's self-description: "Christian Voter Guide is a clearing-house for traditional, pro-family voter guides. We do not create voter guides, nor do we interview or endorse candidates."

    Source: Christian Coalition Surve 18CC-10 on Jul 1, 2018

    Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale.

    Heinrich co-sponsored the Bipartisan Background Checks Act

    H.R.8: To require a background check for every firearm sale. This Act may be cited as the `Background Check Expansion Act`.