Welcome to the 2026 Michigan Firearms Association Candidate Survey Results page for the Republican Primary election to be held on August 4th!
Below you will find every completed survey that we have received from the candidates running to represent you: in the State House, the State Senate, and in the United States Congress.
If a candidate running in your area is not listed here, they did not complete and return their survey to Michigan Firearms Association.
You can sort this data by what office you are interested in, what county you live in, or by a candidate’s name to find the answers to the survey questions that we’ve listed below. You will even see a link to each candidate’s completed survey, so you can see their answers for yourself!
(NOTE: just because a candidate is listed here does not necessarily mean they answered 100% pro-gun! Be sure to check the candidate’s responses to each and every question on their survey.)
In 2023, Governor Whitmer signed a vicious gun-control bill that ended all private party firearms transfers in Michigan unless they submit to a federal NCIC check, thereby adding themselves and the firearm to a federal list. As we’ve seen, this legislation does little to stop crime but creates statewide databases of gun owners – which can be used against gun owners later for gun confiscations. If elected, would you SUPPORT and VOTE YES to REPEAL Michigan’s “Universal Background Checks” law that outlaws private party sales and makes criminals out of Michigan gun owners – and create a database of gun owners at the same time?
Question 2
“Extreme Risk Protection Orders” commonly referred to as ‘Red Flag Gun Confiscations,’ were passed in Michigan in 2023 and allow a spurned ex, a former partner, a co-worker etc, to petition a court and make the claim, with no evidence or substantiation, that a person is a “danger to themselves or others”. Under “Red Flag Gun Confiscations” the court can, through ex parte hearings and with no due process of law, issue a “Red Flag” order, stripping a law-abiding gun owner, who has never even been arrested, indicted or convicted of a crime, of their firearms without so much as a day in court! If elected, would you SUPPORT and VOTE YES to REPEAL Michigan’s ‘Red Flag Gun Confiscations’ law that denies law abiding Michigan citizens their gun rights without due process through a court of law and without ever having been adjudicated as mentally defective or convicted?
Question 3
Anti-gun lawmakers in Michigan and across the country have proposed legislation that would ban all gun rights from American citizens between the ages of 18-20. In addition, many lawmakers at the state and federal level are publicly calling for this legislation to be enacted at the state level nationwide! This, despite the fact that these are law abiding citizens that can serve in the military, pay taxes, get married, have careers and enjoy every other aspect of being a legal adult. If elected, would you OPPOSE and VOTE NO on legislation that would leave American citizens between the ages of 18-20 defenseless and unable to buy a firearm for self-defense?
Question 4
Anti-gun lawmakers, the media, and Bloomberg funded activists have been screaming for a complete ban of the AR-15 (and their standard 30-round magazine) and hundreds of related firearms all because of a variety of cosmetic features. Legislation has been introduced to ban these firearms in Washington, D.C., and lawmakers here in Michigan are viciously pushing similar legislation. This, despite the fact that all semi-automatic firearms function essentially the same way. If elected, would you OPPOSE and VOTE NO on legislation banning the manufacture, sale or possession of semi-automatic firearms and/or standard-capacity 30rd magazines, recognizing that these restrictions do nothing to stop crime but only serve to harass gun owners?
Question 5
Gun control activists have long desired a mandatory waiting period before law abiding citizens would be able to exercise their 2nd Amendment freedoms and purchase a firearm for self-defense. This, despite the fact that the madmen in some of the worst mass shootings in America purchased their guns AFTER submitting to these waiting periods. Of course, these waiting periods do nothing to stop violent crime and have only resulted in many women being murdered by violent predators because they were unarmed and couldn’t defend themselves, because they hadn’t waited enough days to buy a gun. If elected, would you OPPOSE and VOTE NO on any legislation that would place unconstitutional waiting periods limiting when a law-abiding citizen in Michigan could purchase a firearm for self-defense?
Question 6
Constitutional Carry recognizes that every law-abiding citizen has the right to carry a gun, openly or concealed, for any reason they want to, except to commit a crime. Thus, with no government bureaucracy or license, Michigan citizens could defend themselves, and criminals who use firearms to commit crimes are severely punished. This is the law in nearly 30 states. If passed in Michigan, this law will allow thousands of people the right to carry a firearm for any lawful purpose with no additional paperwork or fees. Would you support Constitutional Carry legislation, which would allow all law-abiding Michigan citizens the right to carry a weapon, either concealed or openly, without having to first obtain government permission and be added to a list, as is done in several other states?
Question 7
One of the major pieces of gun control passed in 2023 was Mandatory Firearms Storage laws, less known as “Safe Storage” laws, which make it a CRIME to keep a gun anywhere but in a locked safe that the government approves of, leaving homeowners helpless in the face of violent intruders. This law was passed even though it has gotten people killed in places like Merced California where a man used a pitchfork to brutally murder two young children while their 14-year-old sister was locked out of her Dad’s safe because of California’s “Mandatory Firearms Storage” law. If elected, would you SUPPORT and VOTE YES to REPEAL Michigan’s new law restricting law-abiding gun owners from exercising their rights as free Americans and firearms owners to use their own common sense to store their firearms in the manner they see fit?
Question 8
Under the Biden admin, an estimated 10,000,000+ people have illegally entered America. The Dept. of Homeland Security said that at least 70,000 of these were ‘special interest’ aliens, coming from countries that ‘promote or protect terrorism’ against the United States. Now, some are trying to use the Bruen decision to justify letting these foreign nationals possess firearms. If elected, would you SUPPORT and VOTE YES on legislation that would clarify that foreign nationals who have entered America illegally are not allowed to possess a firearm, knowing they’ll be able to legally buy a firearm once they’ve completed the process for entry?
Question 9
The next Democratic President will attack gun owners with the full power of the federal government, using executive orders, bureaucratic attacks, and legislation. But the federal government relies on state and local cops to enforce their laws. In response to this, some states have passed the Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA) which instructs peace officers to only enforce the gun laws of their state. And if a Democrat-run city violates SAPA, SAPA allows that department to be sued for civil damages. SAPA protects gun owners from a Leftist President, and our police from being ordered to violate their oath of office. If elected, would you SUPPORT and VOTE YES on legislation which states that Michigan cops may not be used by the federal government to enforce federal gun control laws or Executive Orders, and which contain civil penalties that allow gun owners to hold rogue departments who break the law accountable?
Question 10
Almost every legislative candidate will say “I support the Second Amendment” but not all will stand firmly against new and invasive forms of gun control, especially when ‘compromises’ are offered. If elected, would you OPPOSE and VOTE NO on all methods of gun control, including those that the media calls ‘reasonable?’ These could include bans on ‘ghost guns,’ laws that ban those with simple misdemeanor convictions from owning guns, new taxes on ammunition, civil liability insurance requirements for gun owners, and the use of pistol braces?
Question 11
In your own words, please explain what rights you believe the Second Amendment ultimately safeguards:
Scroll to the right to see all the results. Click on “View” to see each individual survey submitted.
entry_id
year
survey
form_id
entry_date
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Last
Party
District
Chamber
Q1 Answer
Q2 Answer
Q3 Answer
Q4 Answer
Q5 Answer
Q6 Answer
Q7 Answer
Q8 Answer
Q9 Answer
Q10 Answer
Q11 Answer
Survey
88613
2,026
Legislative
28
20 Jun 2026 05:12 PM
Rhonda L.
Lange
Republican
34
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Every person has the right to possess any firearm for the protection of ones self, property, rights and country or for shit and giggles if they so choose. Shall not be infringed is extremely clear!
88615
2,026
Legislative
28
20 Jun 2026 06:52 PM
David W
Martin
Republican
68
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
All other rights. On April 19, 1775 when British troops marched on Lexington and Concord to confiscate firearms and ammunition, the British colonists, the colonists knew they were not being treated as British citizens and fought to protect themselves from escalating taxes, loss of property and a growing standing army in their midst.
88616
2,026
Legislative
28
20 Jun 2026 08:29 PM
Joseph
Backus
Republican
12
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
I am a person who truly believes in our Bill of Rights. I believe in our First and Second Amendments are a foundation for our freedom as citizens of the United States of America. I believe ALL law-abiding citizens should NOT have their 2nd Amendment Rights infringed at all. I support the Heller (2008) interpretation of the 2nd Amendment maintains that the right to bear arms is a right applied to individuals. I support the Bruen decision of 2022 that maintains the ability to carry a pistol in public is a constitutional right guaranteed by the 2nd Amendment. I do believe that Article 1, section 6 of the Michigan Constitution does applies to the carrying of firearms on public property. I support retaining Michigan's "Stand Your Ground" law. I do support permitless concealed carry and constitutional carry. I do support repealing "Red Flag Laws" that were enacted in 2023. Law-Abiding Citizens of Michigan should not have their Constitution Rights infringed. I am a person who supports our 1st and 2nd amendment rights. And if elected, State Senator for District 12, and I have a questions or need knowledge on a 2nd amendment right that maybe I do not know or have enough knowledge about, I will ask for the advice from your group, MCRGO, NRA, and others. And if you need to talk to me, I have an open door policy. Talk to me.
88617
2,026
Legislative
28
20 Jun 2026 11:12 PM
Randy
Schultz
Republican
25
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Every American citizen has the right to buy and carry a firearm
88618
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 12:05 AM
Gary R.
Eisen
Republican
25
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
The right to own or possess any firearm, for hunting, competition, or person defense, plus no limitations on ammo or accessories.
88619
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 02:37 PM
Mark
Foster
Republican
13
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
We need legal gun ownership period
88621
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 04:31 PM
Ken
Borton
Republican
105
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The right of the people to keep and bear arms SHALL NOT be infringed!
88622
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 04:47 PM
Chris
Moraitis
Republican
20
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
The second amendment clearly states “the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” Red flag laws, gun control laws, and background checks make it harder for citizens to access a gun and exercise their rights as Americans.
88623
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 07:00 PM
Curt
VanderWall
Republican
102
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
That law abiding citizens may own guns. This is how I have voted and will continue to to vote
88624
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 07:41 PM
Max
Riekse
Republican
32
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
No
I will send you on Monday - a note with some photos .......which will inform you I'm a die hard pro-Second Adm. candidate running for the Michigan State Senate - District 32. From what you state in your questions, you will love what I have on my Fruitport grave stone. and also note who is behind the guy I'm running against - see photo & my note; AND please let me know that you received my answers to your questions. and feel free to call me if you like. I've been a very pro Second Amendment person all my life - as my ancestors have since the 1680's and the American Revolution fighting the British.
88625
2,026
Legislative
28
21 Jun 2026 10:20 PM
Kenneth
Massey
Republican
8
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
A US citizen's right to own and carry firearms
88626
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 12:19 AM
Kim
Cole
Republican
32
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
It affords all US citizens the right to keep and bear arms. Full stop. We see today, activists attempt to water down, restrict, or eliminate our rights, based on current times. The Constitution was not made to flux with times, but to stand as intended by our founders.
88627
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 12:57 AM
Shaun
Young
Republican
19
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
I believe that we have a natural right to carry a firearm. There should not be anything stopping that. They think they are doing Dems favorite thing gun control and ever reason they can think of to confiscate and keep people from owning a firearm. I will always support our rights and gladly repeal anything that makes it harder to own a firearm. So I support the second amendment.
88628
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 01:17 AM
Bradley
Slagh
Republican
85
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
That all US citizens have the right to carry weapons for protection of themselves and our communities
88632
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 05:37 PM
Martin
Church
Republican
32
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The second amendment allows citizens to defend themselves from natural and human predators. But it also allows the local community to determine who is competent and trained to aid neighbors during times of stress. It also allows a citizen to challenge the community on these decisions and show why the community is wrong without violence. It also allows the community to hold miss use of the weapon or its storage accountable.
88634
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 06:46 PM
Gary
Anderson
Republican
101
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The right of individuals to keep and bear arms SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED
88635
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 08:56 PM
Justin
Griffis
Republican
47
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The 2nd Amendment safeguards all of our natural rights. Without the 2nd Anendment, the government could easily strip away our natural rights to: (1) freedom of thought and speech; (2) self-defense; (3) the right to own property; and (4) our right to life. The 2nd Amendment ends with the words “shall not be infringed.” Therefore, I am a 2nd Amendment absolutist. As an attorney, I believe the CPL permit requirement is unconstitutional.
88636
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 09:14 PM
Tim
Kelly
Republican
93
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
88637
2,026
Legislative
28
22 Jun 2026 09:32 PM
Ron
Kokinda
Republican
2
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
Safety and security for citizens
88641
2,026
Legislative
28
23 Jun 2026 04:20 PM
John
Goldwater
Republican
12
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
I believe that the second amendment safeguards all of our rights and is essential for personal protection and from the potential of a tyrannical government.
88642
2,026
Legislative
28
23 Jun 2026 05:43 PM
Gina
Johnsen
Republican
33
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The right to defend yourself, your family, your rights and your property from individuals who threaten you or from an abusive government.
88645
2,026
Legislative
28
24 Jun 2026 12:41 PM
Bill
Kaiser
Republican
76
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The rights to have a well regulated militia
88648
2,026
Legislative
28
24 Jun 2026 03:03 PM
Dave
Prestin
Republican
38
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The 2nd Amendment safeguards all of our freedoms. An armed population makes authoritarian leaders hesitate about infringing on freedom of speech, association, religion, personal property rights, and so on. Any attempt to disarm the population is motivated by an interest in infringing on far more rights than just the right to keep and bear arms. I will continue to strongly oppose any efforts to take away our rights in the state Senate.
88650
2,026
Legislative
28
24 Jun 2026 06:31 PM
Michele
Hoitenga
Republican
36
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
My right to self protection
88651
2,026
Legislative
28
24 Jun 2026 07:30 PM
John
Moolenaar
Republican
2
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
*Just for awareness, for questions #1,2 and 7 that reference specific state legislation, as a US Congressman, I would not have a vote on the bills. Also, below only provides an option for the Michigan House and Michigan Senate. I am running for the US House of Representatives. Thanks!
I believe the Second Amendment is clear: “the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” Law-abiding Americans have a constitutional right to own firearms, and I will continue to oppose efforts that restrict that right or punish responsible gun owners.
The most basic role of government is to protect our freedoms and defend our constitutional rights. That is why I have consistently supported legislation that protects the rights of gun owners, strengthens self-defense protections, and safeguards the rights of veterans.
During my time in Congress, I have earned an “A” rating from the NRA and have stood firmly against efforts to undermine the Second Amendment. The right to bear arms is one of the fundamental freedoms upon which our nation was founded, and I will continue fighting to preserve it for future generations.
88653
2,026
Legislative
28
25 Jun 2026 01:30 AM
Harry
Sawicki
Republican
2
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
My personal safety and security. Protection of my constitutional rights
88657
2,026
Legislative
28
25 Jun 2026 12:24 PM
Mark
Piotrowski
Republican
97
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The second amendment basically safeguards all of our rights. Without the second amendment America would cease to exist as founded. The founders of our country knew better than most the importance of giving our citizens the right for self protection. That is why the second amendment was included in the constitution.
88658
2,026
Legislative
28
25 Jun 2026 04:41 PM
Matthew
Stafford
Republican
11
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
It protects our rights to protect ourselves against a tyrannical government
88660
2,026
Legislative
28
25 Jun 2026 09:08 PM
Hermon
Barbe
Republican
20
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The Second Amendment safeguards and guarantees Americans' God given rights to self-defense, and defense our homes and families.
88661
2,026
Legislative
28
26 Jun 2026 11:20 AM
Daniel
Lawless
Republican
23
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The 2nd amendment ensures every citizen the ability to be armed to defend themselves against ANY threat to their liberty from another citizen or ultimately the government. Every right and freedom we have as Americans, and as we believe we are inherently endowed with from God, must be defended and we can do so only because we have the 2nd amendment right to bear arms.
88663
2,026
Legislative
28
27 Jun 2026 12:19 AM
Eileen
Tesch
Republican
12
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Every law-abiding citizen has the right to bear arms no exceptions and to form a militia
88665
2,026
Legislative
28
28 Jun 2026 01:09 PM
Steve
Carra
Republican
36
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The right to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. Crimes involving guns occur when action other than gun ownership or possession involve a victim such as robbing a bank or murdering an innocent human being. Someone else being scared or having their feelings hurt is no excuse for limiting the rights of another individual.
88667
2,026
Legislative
28
29 Jun 2026 02:58 PM
Joseph
Fox
Republican
33
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Rights to keep and bear arms for protection and to stand against tyranny within and without.
88668
2,026
Legislative
28
29 Jun 2026 04:45 PM
Mike
Murphy
Republican
22
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
To own and possess firearms without government interference
88670
2,026
Legislative
28
29 Jun 2026 10:41 PM
Brandon
Strong
Republican
78
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
I believe the Second Amendment ultimately safeguards the inherent, God-given right of citizens to defend themselves, their families, and their communities. This includes owning firearms without government intervention of any type.
This principle is also reflected in the Michigan Constitution. Article I, Section 1 states, “All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal benefit, security and protection.” I believe that government exists to protect the rights of the people, not to grant them.
The right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental constitutional liberty that helps ensure personal security, protects against tyranny, and preserves the balance of power between the people and their government.
As a lifelong firearm owner and hunter, I will always defend the constitutional rights of all citizens.
88672
2,026
Legislative
28
30 Jun 2026 01:00 PM
Terence
Frewen
Republican
78
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The Second Amendment safeguards the fundamental right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms for self-defense, the defense of their families, and the protection of their property. It also serves as an important constitutional safeguard against government overreach by ensuring that the people retain the ability to protect their liberties. I believe this right is an individual right affirmed by the Constitution and should not be infringed upon without due process. As a legislator, I will support policies that protect the rights of responsible gun owners while holding criminals accountable for the misuse of firearms.
88673
2,026
Legislative
28
30 Jun 2026 03:04 PM
Andrew
Beeler
Republican
25
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The 2nd Amendment fundamentally exists to allow citizens to defend themselves and their families from a tyrannical government. While sport, hunting, and simple collection are all valid and important reasons to own firearms, it is imperative that we never forget that a well armed citizenry is the ultimate check on government seizing our God-given rights. To answer directly, the 2nd Amendment safeguards all of our rights given to us by our Creator and protected by the Constitution.
88674
2,026
Legislative
28
30 Jun 2026 06:58 PM
Thomas J
Smith
Republican
8
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The right to bear arms should not be infringed upon. Period. Stop.
88675
2,026
Legislative
28
30 Jun 2026 10:16 PM
Casey
Armitage
Republican
13
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
There is no such thing as a more pro-gun candidate than this girl right here! I am the President of Michigan Open Carry, Inc. To the best of my knowledge, I am the first female elected as president (or chairman) of a statewide pro-gun organization in Michigan.
With that said, the Second Amendment safeguards all of our other rights and is the only thin thread holding our Constitutional Republic together. If we lose our God-given right to keep and bear arms, we will lose every other right and individual liberty along with it.
Most people say, “I believe in the Second Amendment, but…” Not me. I don’t have a “but.” All arms—if you can afford it or make it, you should be able to have it.
If there is any discussion to be had about arms, it should focus on the people limiting the weaponry of the government—not the other way around. It is our right and our duty to keep and bear arms for the defense of ourselves, our families, and our state, and to abolish any government that would pervert our freedoms and liberties.
88676
2,026
Legislative
28
01 Jul 2026 04:13 PM
Jean
Zott
Republican
59
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
I believe the Second Amendment ultimately safeguards the fundamental right of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves, their families, and their communities. It also serves as an important check against government overreach by ensuring that the people retain the means to protect their liberty. Like every constitutional right, it comes with responsibility, which is why I support enforcing existing laws against criminals while protecting the rights of responsible gun owners, hunters, sportsmen, and those who choose to exercise their constitutional freedoms. The Second Amendment is about preserving both personal safety and the liberties that define our nation.
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02 Jul 2026 11:44 AM
Lynn
Afendoulis
Republican
90
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
It preserves the right of the people to keep and bear arms for self defense and as a final check against tyranny by ensuring the ultimate power remains with the people and not exclusively with the government.
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04 Jul 2026 12:21 PM
Patrick
OConnell
Republican
1
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
To protect ourselves and family by the right to keep and bear arms.
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05 Jul 2026 05:17 AM
Michelle
Nard
Republican
10
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The right to legally bear arms and protect yourself and your family against intruders and criminal attacks.
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05 Jul 2026 08:04 PM
Bill
Bain
Republican
27
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Preserving and maintaining the 2nd Amendment is Paramount to preserving "all" the rights and liberties we enjoy. When citizens are disarmed communism and dictatorship streamroll over the people, with no ability to stop them or resist. Look at the European countries, even Canada. The peoples rights are being eroding by the day. Iran is a perfect example. The Persians want freedom, but are disarmed having no way to rise up against the tyranny and slaughter against the Persian people.
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06 Jul 2026 02:27 PM
Tom
Kunse
Republican
100
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
Every single one of them.
We just celebrated the 4th of July because our forefathers had military grade weapons.
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06 Jul 2026 03:04 PM
Pat
Outman
Republican
91
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
I feel strongly that the Second Amendment is a safeguard to ALL of our constitutional protections.
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06 Jul 2026 03:37 PM
EDDIE
KABACINSKI
Republican
11
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
I HAVE DRAFTED A 17 PAGE RESOLUTION TO IMMEDIATELY INTRODUCE IN TO THE LEGISILATIVE HOPPER ONCE ELECTED TO REPEAL ALL GUN CONTROL WHICH IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL THEREFORE ILLEGALLY BEING ENFORCED HERE IN MICHIGAN.
I CAN SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THIS PROPOSED LEGISILATION FOR YOUR REVIEW AS I AM EXTREMELY PROUD OF IT.
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06 Jul 2026 05:25 PM
Larry
Johnson
Republican
108
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The second amendment guarantees my ability to protect my family and property from those that wish to cause harm to either. It also ensures my right to hunt and provide for my loved ones as needed.
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06 Jul 2026 06:17 PM
Douglas
Wozniak
Republican
24
Michigan Senate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
The second amendment safeguards the rights of law abiding citizens to own and carry firearms. It serves as an important protection for protection of themselves, their families, and their freedoms. It is the cornerstone of our liberty and an essential check against tyranny.
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06 Jul 2026 06:30 PM
Mike
Cox
Republican
1
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
The Second Amendment safeguards the fundamental, God-given right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms. It protects our ability to defend ourselves, our families, and our communities, and it serves as an enduring safeguard for all of our constitutional liberties. The Founders understood that a free people must always have the means to preserve their freedom, which is why the Second Amendment was included in the Bill of Rights.
I’d also like to note my record as long standing with the 2nd amendment community.
As Michigan Attorney General, I built one of the strongest records on Second Amendment issues in the country. One of my proudest accomplishments was dramatically expanding concealed carry reciprocity for Michigan gun owners. During my time in office, Michigan went from having reciprocity agreements with just 8 states to 35 states through agreements I negotiated and implemented, giving Michigan residents some of the broadest carry recognition in America at the time.
I also consistently defended the Second Amendment in court. In 2006, I signed an amicus brief before the D.C. Court of Appeals opposing Washington D.C.’s unconstitutional restrictions on firearm ownership in the Heller case. I again joined briefs in 2008 supporting the individual right to keep and bear arms as those cases advanced to the United States Supreme Court.
In July 2009, I joined 37 other state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting the NRA’s challenge to Chicago’s handgun ban in NRA v. City of Chicago. We urged the Supreme Court to hear the case and affirm that the Second Amendment applies not only to the federal government, but also to state and local governments.
Beyond litigation, my office issued formal Attorney General opinions supporting the rights of concealed pistol license holders, clarifying and defending lawful firearm possession, transportation, and carry rights for Michigan citizens.
Those efforts helped lead to landmark Supreme Court victories recognizing that the Second Amendment protects an individual right to firearm ownership and that this right is incorporated through the Fourteenth Amendment and applies to the states. Throughout my career, I have stood firmly for the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners and will continue to do so.
If there is any controversy or questions regarding my answers to the questionnaire please call email or text me and my campaign for clarification before marking down our submission.
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06 Jul 2026 08:30 PM
Hassan
Nehme
Republican
15
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The Second Amendment protects the right of the American people to defend themselves, their families, their homes, and their freedom.
To me, this is not just about hunting or sport shooting. The first reason is self-defense. If someone breaks into your home, threatens your family, or puts your life in danger, you should not have to wait on the government to come save you. Criminals do not follow gun laws. They do not care about paperwork, waiting periods, registries, or bans. So when politicians pass more gun control, most of the time they are only making it harder for law abiding citizens to protect themselves.
The Second Amendment also protects the people’s ability to defend this nation if the need ever arises. A free country should never have a population that is helpless or completely dependent on the government for protection.
And just as important, the Second Amendment is there so the government can never exert too much force over the American people. The founders understood that power belongs to the people, not the government. As a veteran, I take that seriously.
I believe the right to bear arms is a constitutional right and a natural right. I will stand against laws that punish good citizens, create government lists, weaken due process, or make it harder for families to defend themselves.
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06 Jul 2026 09:05 PM
Steven
Bury
Republican
37
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The right to keep and bear arms and all other enumerated rights in the Constitution.
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06 Jul 2026 10:26 PM
Mike
Steger
Republican
6
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Sponsor
Yes
Protection against government tyranny. You can’t have self government without the threat of lethal force to defend that government. A 30 million man militia is not to be ignored.
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07 Jul 2026 12:05 PM
Susannah
Watts
Republican
90
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Yes
The Second Amendment safeguards the individual right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms.
This includes self-defense against criminals, participation in a well-regulated militia for community security, and most importantly the ability to resist a tyrannical government if it violates the Constitution and our liberties. The Founders designed it as the ultimate check on power, recognizing that an armed populace is essential to preserving a free republic, not just for hunting or personal protection.
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07 Jul 2026 02:17 PM
Miguel
Pilar
Republican
78
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
The 2nd amendment shall not be infringed and we the people have the right to keep and bear arms.
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07 Jul 2026 02:24 PM
Brian
Ignatowski
Republican
48
Michigan House
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor,Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Yes
I believe exactly what our founders wrote and said, which is "Shall not be infringed", many people do not take the time to read the history of our country and the fact that civilians owned far superior weapons at that time, even more-so than the government. I am a licensed firearms instructor, I am ashamed of the fact that Michigan has some of the worst firearms laws in our region, if not the country. I would greatly support constitutional carry and support all gun organizations to promote training and self defense, from schools, to churches, or elsewhere and eliminate PFZ's. I was disappointed last cycle that more was not done to help me flip an extreme anti-gun, far leftist from her seat. She voted in favor of ERPO's & safe storage laws. I need more help sharing that voting record to the voters in my district.