Solon State Rep Advocates For Gun Safety Legislation

SOLON, OH — State Representative Phil Robinson joined a chorus of House Democrats lobbying for "commonsense" gun safety legislation to become a top priority for the state legislature. The Democrats have been holding statewide press conferences and gatherings detailing their "Ohio Promise" legislative campaign.

“We need to take action on gun safety to keep our kids and communities safe while also respecting our fundamental rights as Americans,” said Robinson, who represents District 6. “More than 90 percent of Ohioans support these commonsense measures. That’s why we’re calling on House leaders to begin hearings immediately.”

House Democrats said they were galvanized by the shootings in Dayton, which left nine people dead and nearly 30 more injured. The party has launched a website providing resources for Ohioans who want to hold the state legislature accountable for gun safety reform.

Robinson held a series of town hall meetings throughout his district over the summer, using the platform to discuss gun safety legislation, as well as budget priorities and other Democratic legislative goals.

Solon citizens wanted to hear about the FirstEnergy bailout under House Bill 6, what steps were being taken following the mass shooting in Dayton, state taxes, school funding and other issues. Residents also wanted to know about the state budget and how it would impact Solon.