HB 258 is dangerous legislation

Any state legislature would be hard pressed to design laws that violate public safety and is contrary to the welfare of its own citizens. But our Missouri legislators have apparently succeeded. MO HB 258 would permit hidden, loaded handguns in schools, colleges, day cares, bars and even on private property against the wishes of the owner of said property.

Instead of common-sense gun safety measures to protect our citizens, the gun lobby is pushing this dangerous legislation. Don’t be fooled! It’s less about protecting our second amendment rights and more about producing huge profits for the ammo and gun manufacturers.

If you are as disgusted as I am with this dangerous legislation call your state representative right away. You can get connected to them easily by texting MISSOURI to 64433. Tell them to vote NO on HB 258! Or call Sen. Doug Libla at 573-751-4843, Rep. Hardy Billington 573-751-4039 or Rep. Jeff Shawan 573-751-1066 at the offices in the state legislature.

— Patricia Scott
Poplar Bluff, Mo.