Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate Distinction:

In Washington, in an average year, 950 people die by guns. Across the country, in an average year, 46,686 people die by guns.

As your Congressman, I cannot stand idly by. It is my duty to call on members on both sides of the aisle to take responsibility for what is within our control – the law – and enact responsible gun violence prevention legislation to save lives across the country.

During this National Gun Awareness Day, I am honored to share that I have been awarded the 2026 Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate distinction for my commitment to advocating for gun safety.

"The Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate distinction is a program meant to signal to our more than 11 million supporters, volunteers, and gun safety voters across the country that, if elected, a candidate will govern with gun safety in mind. Those awarded the distinction have demonstrated that they will support stronger gun laws and advocate for safer communities if elected into office."

— Moms Demand Action Gun Sense website

In the wake of each devastating death by gun violence, we must remember that we can best honor those lives lost and the families they leave behind by working to end this epidemic. It is within our power to champion gun safety legislation. It is in your power to vote.

Together, we can take a stand against gun violence.

Rick