Lyon County commissioners to consider 2nd Amendment 'sanctuary county' resolution
YERINGTON — The Lyon County Board of Commissioners will review and potentially vote on a proposed “2nd Amendment Sanctuary County” resolution at a County Commission meeting later this month.
The issue has been raised across rural counties in Nevada following the recent vote on SB143 at the Nevada Legislature and subsequent signing by Gov. Steve Sisolak that will require background checks on private gun sales in Nevada, said Lyon County Manager Jeff Page.
At its Feb. 21 meeting, Lyon County Commissioner Ken Gray requested an agenda item to discuss bringing a possible resolution forward. Based on recent developments there were discussions held between Commission Chairman Bob Hastings and County Manager Page.
Commissioner Hastings has requested the agenda item for March 21 include a prepared resolution for the discussion and possible vote.
Page said that he is working on crafting a resolution that addresses the concerns of the County Commission but does not infringe upon the duties of the sheriff or other elected officials. The commission does not have the authority, under Nevada Law, to dictate how an elected official does his or her job.
Page said in a news release he recognizes the complexity and passion over this issue. He has received input from citizens about wording of the resolution. He explained that some of the wording he has received is illegal or unconstitutional.
Page anticipates having a resolution prepared within the next several days.