MADERA, CA – On Tuesday, October 22, 2025, the Madera County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution declaring Madera County a Second Amendment Sanctuary County with a 4-0 vote, one abstention.
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms. Across the nation, counties have adopted “Second Amendment Sanctuary” resolutions to reaffirm their commitment to this fundamental right.
The resolution declares Madera County a Second Amendment Sanctuary, symbolizing the County’s support for the constitutional rights of lawful gun owners and aligning Madera with other counties throughout California and the nation that have taken similar action.
Supervisor Jordan Wamhoff, who represents District 1, noted that recent actions by the Governor and State Legislature have placed increasing restrictions on responsible, law-abiding gun owners.
“The Governor’s sweeping gun control legislation targets law-abiding citizens instead of cracking down on criminal behavior,” said Supervisor Wamhoff. “This resolution sends a clear message that Madera County stands with the Constitution, the Second Amendment, and the rights of responsible gun owners.”
The resolution does not change existing laws or enforcement practices but serves as a symbolic affirmation of Madera County’s support for the Second Amendment and the freedoms it guarantees.
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms. Across the nation, counties have adopted “Second Amendment Sanctuary” resolutions to reaffirm their commitment to this fundamental right.
If adopted, the resolution would declare Madera County a Second Amendment Sanctuary, symbolizing the County’s support for the constitutional rights of lawful gun owners and aligning Madera with other counties across California and the nation that have taken similar action.
The resolution comes in response to the Governor’s continued push for stricter gun control measures, which have made it increasingly difficult for Californians to legally own and use firearms to protect themselves.
The resolution serves as an affirmation of Madera County’s support for the Second Amendment and the freedoms it guarantees and encourages strict adherence by Madera County’s law enforcement agencies to protect and preserve the individual’s ability to defend themselves.
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