Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray is urging the state legislature to repeal gun-free zones, emphasizing the importance of protecting Second Amendment rights, Sheridan Media reports.
In a statement issued Wednesday, Secretary Gray expressed his support for changes to rules discussed by the State Building Commission, a body that includes the Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, and Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Gray’s call aligns with broader debates about gun rights in Wyoming, including recent controversy surrounding House Bill 125, also known as House Enrolled Act 49. Governor Mark Gordon vetoed the bill in March 2024, citing concerns about its implications for local control and constitutional separation of powers.
In his veto message, Governor Gordon argued that the legislation would undermine historic norms of local governance by centralizing authority over firearms regulation with the state legislature. He described the bill as an overreach, stating that it would erode the balance of powers outlined in Article 2 of the Wyoming Constitution.
Secretary Gray, however, remains steadfast in his advocacy, calling the repeal of gun-free zones a necessary step to uphold Second Amendment rights. The issue continues to spark discussion about the balance between state-level decision-making and local autonomy in firearms policy.
