Gun Control

Can Connecticut’s Gun Bill Rewrite the Rules for Firearms Accountability?

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Can Connecticut’s Gun Bill Rewrite the Rules for Firearms Accountability?

House Bill 7042 aims to hold gun manufacturers and retailers liable for firearm-related harm if they fail to prevent illegal sales. Advocates, including teachers, parents, and Sandy Hook residents, see the bill as essential for increasing industry accountability and preventing gun violence. Opponents, including gun owners and industry leaders, argue the bill poses economic threats, … Read more

Oregon’s Groundbreaking Gun Law Survives Legal Storm, Paving New Paths in Gun Control

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Oregon’s Groundbreaking Gun Law Survives Legal Storm, Paving New Paths in Gun Control

Oregon’s appellate court upheld Measure 114, a stringent gun control law, mandating comprehensive background checks and safety training for firearm purchases and banning high-capacity magazines over 10 rounds. Initially passed by a narrow public vote in 2022, the legislation faced temporary blockage due to constitutional challenges but was recently deemed constitutional by a three-judge panel. … Read more