JEFFERSON CITY — Amid discussion of increased gun control measures throughout the country, Sen. Brian Nieves, R-Washington, would like to make clear his support for the industry that handles firearms and firearms accessories and encourage out-of-state business owners to call Missouri home. Throughout his legislative career and the recently concluded 2013 legislative session, Sen. Nieves stood strong in his support for Missourians’ Second Amendment rights and is adamant in his mission to work with business owners in the firearms industry.

“It is frustrating to watch the continued violation of our right to keep and bear arms, which is cause for concern for many American citizens who are in the business of buying and selling firearms and firearms accessories,” Sen. Nieves said. “If citizens’ Second Amendment rights are restricted, employers and employees in the firearms industry would suffer and countless jobs would be in jeopardy. Therefore, my colleagues and I in the Missouri Senate are taking action to protect citizens’ Second Amendment rights and ensure all business owners have the chance to reach for the American Dream of growing and expanding their company.”

Senator Nieves said the Missouri Senate is dedicated to supporting the goals of business owners and would like to encourage businessmen and women in the firearms industry to consider relocating their facility to Missouri, as opposed to other states that are less friendly to this important trade. “We would warmly welcome your business to Missouri and be very happy to see you,” Sen. Nieves said. “I will do everything in my power to make sure your move to the Show-Me State is worthwhile.”

To demonstrate his dedication to protect the people’s right to keep and bear arms, as well as to encourage economic development, Sen. Nieves has written numerous letters to businesses in the firearms industry, encouraging them to consider relocating to Missouri. Several of Sen. Nieves’ colleagues in the Missouri Senate supported his efforts and offered their signatures to the letters.

For questions and concerns regarding the firearms industry in Missouri, Sen. Nieves encourages individuals to contact his Capitol office at (573) 751-3678.