New Firearms/Ammo tax bill introduced for WA State.

[csaaphill]

will use the copy pste method later when I get back thanks Js and or all others on this.

[huntnphool]

I sent my comment as a reply to the bill page.

[duckmen1]

When you sent your comment did it try to get you to register for the site with email and other info/ make an account?

[huntnphool]

When you sent your comment did it try to get you to register for the site with email and other info/ make an account?

I already have one.

[Cap.Silver]

Took action ,email sent :tup:thanks guys .........

[Atroxus]

Tagging so I can respond when I get home from work.

[huntingfool7]

House Judiciary Committee.


jamie.pedersen@leg.wa.gov; drew.hansen@leg.wa.gov; jay.rodne@leg.wa.gov; steve.oban@leg.wa.gov; roger.goodman@leg.wa.gov; mike.hope@leg.wa.gov; laurie.jinkins@leg.wa.gov; steve.kirby@leg.wa.gov; brad.klippert@leg.wa.gov; terry.nealey@leg.wa.gov; tina.orwall@leg.wa.gov; maryhelen.roberts@leg.wa.gov; matt.shea@leg.wa.gov

My email-
Dear Legislators,
     
I oppose HB 1703
 
This is a case of exploiting the national news and the tragic events at Sandy Hook as an opportunity to raise revenue and penalize law abiding gun owners. We do not need a slush fund (that likely will be raided by the state) to promote gun safety. There are groups that already provide this service and while it may not be palatable to the sponsors of this bill, we should look to the NRA for course material to provide gun safety to our children. These courses already exist and should be taught in our public schools.

The State of Washington does not need to waste time, money and resources recreating this curriculum.

Regards,

James Halvorson
(253) 777-7233

Reply from Rep. Steve O'ban-
Jamie,
 
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns. As a constitutional lawyer, I am a strong believer in a small government which avoids infringing on individual rights. The right to keep and bear arms is a vital protection enshrined in our federal Constitutions and Washington State citizens are further protected by Article 1, Section 24 of the State Constitution, which recognizes the right of a person to bear arms.
 
In the wake of recent events like the tragedy in Connecticut, we must explore options to keep our communities safe. My goal is to begin a dialog about ending these horrible events. It is important that this dialog involves members of both parties and focuses on effective solutions that deny weapons to those with a violent or dangerous history, not denying firearms to law abiding citizens.  It is equally important to examine our mental health care system and looking at the causes of these acts of violence. As this issue is discussed in the legislature and measures are proposed, I will keep your thoughts and concerns in mind.
 
Feel free to share any other concerns with me. My number one priority as an elected official is to serve you and the rest of my constituents. Please stay in touch via email, or give me a call in Olympia at the number below. If you are ever in Olympia and would like to visit my office, I would be happy to meet with you. Also, please be sure to use the below link to sign up for my email newsletter.
 
Sincerely,

Steve O'Ban
 
Representative, 28th Legislative District
 
Washington State House of Representatives
 
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Olympia, WA 98504-0600
 
 
 
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[csaaphill]

email sent I just used the copy paste method and my own mail service.

[huntrights]

Keep it up!  We're coming together on these things!

[TripleB]

just sent my letter in hopefully everyone does

[GUscottie]

Tag for response

[RadSav]

Wow!  For the state to spend so much time and effort on the education of gun and ammunition safety I figured I needed to see just how much of a problem gun related deaths were in Washington as compared to other related deaths and health issues.  Here is what I found;

Since they mentioned the success of public health education in car fatalities and smoking I thought I would look at those first.  Though no death rates related to smoking exist their has been a study showing a 30% reduction in smokers since 1999.  And though Washington is one of the leaders in the US for smallest percentage of smokers at 17.5% the national average is 19.3%.  That's an awful lot of regulation to save less than 2% from smoking.  But I guess every little bit helps.

The motor vehicle death rate is also impressive here in Washington state.  It's actually one of the lowest in the US at .0084%.  Actually lower than the state firearm related death rate.  That I am extremely surprised at.  So good for Washington! 

But how major is this firearm related death rate in the state of Washington?  Let's see...

Washington State percentage rates by population:

.0091% death rate from firearm related injuries. (includes police involved shootings)
.71% overall death rate
.0130% child death rate
.0180% Abortion rate
.0134% Suicide rate
.1544% death rate from heart disease
.0457% death rate from Alzheimer's disease
.0228% Death rate from diabetes
.0107% Death rate from influenza/pneumonia

Other health issues by population.  (not death rates)

.3138% effected by violent crimes
44% of women report domestic violence in lifetime
25.8% of women with high blood pressure
.0267% teen birth rate
61% overweight/obesity
.3203% with chlamydia
.0430% with gonorrhea
.0080% with syphilis

Seems to me that there are a whole list of things more important to the health and wellbeing of Washington state residence than firearm related issues.  Sure wish we could concentrate on issues important to "The People" and spend less time taxing and raising revenue on issues only important to the reelection hopes of career politicians.

[glowaski81]

Sent my letter

[BOWHUNTER45]

I made my mind up a couple days ago that I am going to spend some money on lots of brass - powder and bullets ...I usually have a couple hundred rounds loaded at all times but over the years I have gotten lazy  So this year I think I need to get back into the swing of things ...They want to do whatever it takes to make sure if we own guns then we will have to pay dearly for them  I also need to buy a new pistola 

[boneaddict]

Seems to me that there are a whole list of things more important to the health and wellbeing of Washington state residence than firearm related issues.

but not as easy to tax, and doesn't fit with ole BOs agenda.
Letters sent, thanks for making it easy with the addresses.