Montana governor urges firearms makers to ditch Colorado amid anti-gun push
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte is making headlines with his bold move to attract gun manufacturers from Colorado to his state. In response to the restrictive gun control bill signed into law in Colorado earlier this month, Gianforte has launched a video campaign targeting gunmakers in the neighboring state. The new law in Colorado, known as S.B. 25-003, will ban the manufacture, sale, or purchase of semi-automatic firearms that accept detachable magazines, including popular guns like AR-15s and AK-47 rifles.
Gianforte, a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment, is reaching out to Colorado gunmakers with a simple message: “Do you want to move back to America?” He firmly believes that the new law in Colorado infringes on the constitutional right to bear arms and sees Montana as a welcoming alternative for these businesses. Montana has a strong pro-gun culture, with laws that protect gun owners and sellers, including being a constitutional carry state and prohibiting the enforcement of federal firearm bans that violate Second Amendment rights.
In addition to its favorable gun laws, Montana offers a business-friendly environment with low taxes, making it an attractive destination for gun manufacturers looking to relocate. Gianforte has actively worked to promote Montana as a haven for gun-related businesses, even cracking down on ESG standards that could hinder partnerships with gun manufacturers. The governor’s efforts have paid off, with several Colorado gunmakers expressing interest in moving to Montana after the passage of the new law in their state.
Gianforte’s proactive approach to attracting gun manufacturers has been met with success, as Montana currently boasts more firearms and ammunition manufacturers per capita than any other state in the country. Officials from Montana regularly attend major gun trade shows, where they actively recruit businesses looking to relocate. The governor estimates that the number of potential new firearm businesses considering a move to Montana has significantly increased in recent years, signaling a growing trend of gun manufacturers seeking refuge in the state.
While Gianforte’s campaign to lure gun manufacturers from Colorado may ruffle feathers in the neighboring state, it underscores Montana’s commitment to upholding Second Amendment rights and fostering a thriving gun industry. As the debate over gun control continues to divide states, Gianforte’s initiative serves as a reminder of the competitive landscape for gun-related businesses and the importance of protecting constitutional freedoms.
