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Robert Bentley on Gun Control

Respond to active shooters but guarantee Second Amendment

We also will make sure our teachers--and students--are safe and protected. The events in Connecticut of last December are a grave reminder that protecting our schools, and ensuring the safety of our students, our teachers & our bus drivers should always be a top priority.

I've asked to develop a strategic plan for preventing and responding to incidents of active shooters. Through use of training, technology through Virtual Alabama and public engagement, we hope to prevent tragedies from happening. A Homeland Security hotline is now posted on the Governor's Office website. Anyone can call that number and report suspicious activity. Calls are anonymous and are connected to the state's intelligence and information sharing operation.

Protect right to purchase, own, carry and use firearms

• I will defend Alabama's sovereignty from federal encroachment, consistent with the Tenth Amendment to the US Constitution.
• I will protect each Alabamian's right to legally purchase, own, carry and use firearms.
• I will ensure the state government does not hinder city and county government operations.
• The Second Amendment clearly grants every American the right to own firearms. As Governor I will protect each Alabamian's right to legally purchase, own, carry, and use firearms.