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Jones Fighting for Gun Safety by Backing Effort to Close Loopholes Used by Aurora Shooter

May 14, 2019 | Jones

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of a tragic mass shooting in suburban Aurora, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet, is fighting to close the loopholes the shooter exploited to obtain guns.“The Aurora community faced horrific violence last February,” Jones said....

Connor Combats Spread of Untraceable, Undetectable Guns

Apr 3, 2019 | Connor

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Criminals making, carrying or distributing untraceable or undetectable firearms would face stricter penalties under a bill backed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport. “Guns that can’t be detected with a metal detector represent a unique threat to...

State Rep. Walker Proud to Stand with Members of Moms Demand Action

Mar 29, 2019 | Walker

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, met recently with members of Moms Demand Action, a grassroots organization dedicated to fighting for public safety measures protecting people from gun violence, during a lobby day in Springfield. “Moms...

Mussman Meets with Moms Demand Action to Stand Against Gun Violence

Mar 29, 2019 | Mussman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to protect Illinois families from senseless gun violence, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, met with local Moms Demand Action members last week at the State Capitol to discuss new firearm safety legislation. “Despite...

Gong-Gershowitz Introduces Bill to Strengthen Background Checks, Prevent those with Violent Pasts from Obtaining Firearms

Mar 1, 2019 | Gong-Gershowitz

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To strengthen background checks for firearm purchases, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, introduced a bill to require applicants to provide fingerprints when applying for a state license.“Protecting our families from those who have a...

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