As a social worker, it is vital that we can do our jobs safely without the fear of gun violence. I support this bill because it will make it safer for practitioners who are treating those with mental health crises.

I support all of these bills as each would lessen the chances of gun violence and inevitably save lives.

I support common-sense restrictions on gun access and believe in protecting the safety of our medical care providers.

These bills represent reasonable, impactful progress towards curbing gun violence in Virginia. I was a senior at Virginia Tech and lost a friend in the shooting in 2007, and I am now the mother of three young children who have to live under the protections that we collectively choose to provide for them. Responsible gun owners should support efforts to compel others towards responsible ownership and storage, as well as practical ways to ensure those who do not have responsible intentions have a much harder gaining access to a weapon. This is an area where state-level legislation can have a real impact regardless of national trends - mothers and fathers want to raise their children in communities where leaders are taking action on gun violence. Pass these bills!