Madera County has declared itself a Second Amendment Sanctuary, signalling its support for the right to bear arms.

The Madera County Board of Supervisors approved the declaration on a 4-0 vote, with Supervisor Bobby Macaulay abstaining.

The big picture: While the resolution does not change any laws or create new ones, it broadcasts Madera County’s support for protecting the rights of lawful gun owners. • Other counties across the nation have adopted resolutions declaring themselves Second Amendment Sanctuaries. • Supervisor Jordan Wamhoff authored the resolution.

What they’re saying: “This resolution simply reaffirms what we already believe and practice here in Madera County, that the right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms is fundamental to both freedom and safety,” Wam

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