Mental Health & Suicide Awareness
More than 50 percent of firearm-related fatalities are suicide deaths, not homicides or accidents
If you think someone is thinking about suicide, assume you are the only one who will reach out. For information on how to get help and how to talk to someone who may be struggling with their mental health, please seek more information from the links below.
If in crisis, call or text 988
Child Safety
Model safe behavior: Children learn from what adults do, not just what they say.
Educate everyone in your family about firearm safety. Visit the Project ChildSafe website for safety information and to find out where to get a free firearm safety kit in your area.
- Use locked storage: Firearms should always be inaccessible to children.
- Age-appropriate education: Introduce safety concepts gradually and responsibly.
My Commitment to the Community:
A Free Safety Class With Every Local Firearm Purchase
This class covers:
- Safe handling fundamentals, including disassembly and reassembly of your new firearm
- Storage best practices
- Range best practices and procedures
- Transport guidelines
- Where to get more information and training.
This is part of my commitment to building a community of confident, responsible firearm owners.
Community Involvement & Local Partnerships
I am committed to supporting and growing local firearm-safety initiatives. If you are part of an organization, or want to help build one, I would love to connect with you.
Conversations we can have:
- Volunteer instruction: Offer safety seminars or beginner classes.
- Youth program support: Help introduce young people to safe, structured shooting sports.
- Community safety events: Host open houses, Q&A sessions, or storage-safety demonstrations