In a powerful display of constitutional leadership, Governor Patrick Morrisey signed three major bills this week aimed at strengthening and protecting the Second Amendment rights of all West Virginians. At a ceremonial signing held at Cacapon Resort State Park, Morrisey was joined by legislators and gun rights advocates as he signed House Bill 2067, House Bill 3342, and Senate Bill 270 into law.
“As Governor, I will always support and defend West Virginians’ God-given constitutional rights,” Morrisey declared. “The bills I signed today further enshrine West Virginia’s strong support for the Second Amendment.”
And that’s exactly what these bills do—preserve freedom, defend lawful gun owners, and push back against the growing tide of anti-gun extremism sweeping across other parts of the country.
Let’s break down what these laws accomplish:
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House Bill 2067 ensures firearm manufacturers and dealers can’t be scapegoated for the criminal actions of individuals. This protects a critical industry from activist lawsuits designed not to deliver justice—but to bankrupt lawful businesses and erode your gun rights by other means.
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House Bill 3342 makes it clear that financial institutions doing business with the state must respect the rights of firearm entities. Banks that discriminate against lawful gun businesses can’t profit from state contracts. This is a clear message to Wall Street: if you hate the Second Amendment, don’t expect West Virginians’ tax dollars.
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Senate Bill 270 guarantees that during emergencies—whether pandemics, natural disasters, or anything else—the government cannot suspend your right to bear arms. Because rights aren’t situational. If anything, emergencies are when people need their rights most.
This is what real pro-Second Amendment leadership looks like. While weak-kneed politicians in D.C. and blue states bow to gun control lobbyists and corporate pressure, Governor Morrisey is standing tall for freedom. He’s not just talking about defending the Constitution—he’s putting pen to paper and getting it done.
These bills don’t just uphold the letter of the law—they reaffirm the spirit of liberty. In West Virginia, we don’t believe the Constitution is a suggestion. We believe it’s a promise from government to the people, protecting our basic rights. And Governor Morrisey is honoring that promise.
Make no mistake: the battle for the Second Amendment is far from over. But this week, West Virginia took a bold step forward, sending a loud and clear message to Washington and beyond: we will not comply with unconstitutional overreach, we will not apologize for our freedoms, and we will never disarm.
