3 states pass major gun control reform packages
Governors in two states passed major gun control legislation this week and a third is poised to do the same soon.
On Friday, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed the legislative package that included a longer waiting period for firearm sales, and an increase in the minimum age to purchase a gun.
Colorado’s move came three days after Washington state became the 10th state in the nation to ban assault rifles and handguns after Gov. Jay Inslee signed a gun reform package.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told reporters this week that he will sign a gun control package that includes prohibitions for civilian gun owners to bring their guns to schools and other sensitive locations.
While gun control advocates have praised the states for their moves, contending it will curb gun violence, some gun rights groups are already threatening court action against the Democratic leaders.
On Tuesday, Washington state banned the purchase of new assault weapons for residents as part of a three-bill gun control-related package.
The ban covers 61 automatic rifles and pistols, including the AR-15.
“Inaction against gun violence is unacceptable,” Inslee told reporters after signing the legislative package Tuesday.
Residents who already own the prohibited weapons are allowed to retain the weapons, according to the law.
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