U.S. Senate — Texas

Guns

Federal firearm regulation and Second Amendment priorities.

Why it matters: Senate confirmation and legislation can expand or constrain federal gun rules.

Continuum: Oppose new federal gun restrictions (−2) ↔ Support stronger federal firearm safeguards (+2)

Ken Paxton

Republican

Coded position: -2

Supports expansive gun rights and opposes new federal firearm restrictions, consistent with his conservative legal and campaign record.

Sources

Guides.vote · 2026-10-01
Voters guide
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Smarter.Vote · 2026-10-01
Positions summary
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James Talarico

Democrat

Coded position: 1

Supports public-safety reforms while campaign materials emphasize community safety and justice reform; less of a single signature federal gun bill than on abortion/education—summarized cautiously from campaign themes.

Sources

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Vote Talarico · 2026-10-01
Campaign issues
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