2nd Amendment
I strongly support the Second Amendment and in Congress I will fight to defend the hunters, sportsmen, and firearm owners of Central and West Central Illinois. Our constitution is explicit—law abiding citizens have a right to keep and bear arms. In fact, I am an Illinois Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card owner myself.
While I support efforts to enforce our current laws and reduce violent crime of any sort, we must isolate and address the root causes – such as ensuring adequate mental health care for those who need it most.
More on 2nd Amendment
June 15, 2016
In The News
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Peoria, said the mass shooting in Orlando could prompt the need for tougher security measures
January 5, 2016
Press Release
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rep. Darin LaHood released the following statement today in response to President Obama’s address proposing executive order against gun owners: