Indiana finds little room to compromise when it comes to gun safety, gun rights

Written By Bob Gump

In 2024, gun violence caused over 72,000 deaths or injuries in the United States. School shootings in the last four years rose 107% compared to the previous 25 years, and in 2024, over 500 shooting incidents resulted in the deaths of four or more people.

Despite these statistics, the majority of Indiana lawmakers advocate for gun rights every session. For example, in 2022, House Bill 1296 allowed any eligible person to obtain or possess a firearm without needing a permit or license. 

Several different organizations, such as Moms Demand Action, have lobbied for stricter gun safety laws and received no such compromise.

Bob Gump
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