Andrew Sorrell Gains Support for Secretary of State Position

State auditor Andrew Sorrell has received backing from Bamacully, a statewide gun rights advocacy organization, in his bid to become Secretary of State.

Sorrell represented House District 3 from 2018 to 2022 and worked on an unauthorized, or “constitutional,” carry version during his four years in Congress.

Initially, in his first year sponsoring the proposal, Sorrell had under ten co-sponsors. However, by his final term, this number grew to over 20 lawmakers, including several House leaders.

The measures that eventually passed in 2022 were led by Rep. Shane Stringer, R-Citronelle. Sorrell’s ongoing efforts helped normalize the concept and gained traction within the Republican Caucus.

The legislation eliminated the need for a hidden carry permit, a long-sought change by gun rights proponents. Sorrell remarked that citizens shouldn’t require a “permission slip” from the government to carry firearms.

Opponents raised concerns that this change could hinder law enforcement’s ability to distinguish between lawful gun owners and criminals, potentially affecting public safety. Additionally, annual permits generated revenue for the department.

Sorrell has continued to advocate for the law among civil servants. In 2024, he criticized a proposal to reinstate permit requirements for Alabamians under 21, labeling it unconstitutional.

Bamacully noted its collaboration with him on the unauthorized carry law, praising Sorrell as “instrumental” in its passage.

According to the organization, “Andrew was fighting tirelessly for our freedom and stood alongside Bamacully.”

As he campaigns for Secretary of State, Sorrell emphasizes the importance of election management and government transparency. The Secretary of State is responsible for overseeing elections, business applications, and official state records in Alabama. Sorrell has promised to prioritize election safety and accountability while upholding constitutional rights.