Democratic Party of Virginia Chairwoman Susan Swecker released the following statement in support of Governor Terry McAuliffe's Executive Order that will strengthen enforcement of current gun laws and introduce new initiatives to enhance public safety.

"Democrats around the Commonwealth applaud Governor McAuliffe for stepping up to the fight to prevent gun violence and for showing true courage on this commonsense issue. It's time for Republicans to stop standing in the way of efforts to prevent dangerous people from owning guns."