Action | Promulgation of new regulation banning concealed firearms in executive branch agency offices |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 10/21/2016 |
I consider myself a fairly average American and Virginian. When I go out, I want to feel safe. Towards that end, I check with security guards at places I frequent. I ask what the gun policy is at that venue. Most often, guns are forbidden at sports arenas, amusement parks, and resorts that I attend. I would find it very upsetting to visit a state-affiliated site (probably on required government business) and learn that guns were permitted. Allowing guns in such places would certainly make me feel unsafe. I understand that gun owners have rights. However, do not lose sight of the fact that Joe Q Public going about their law-abiding business, also have rights. And one of those rights is the right to feel safe!