Post by: Windwalker on February 06, 2013, 08:24:22 PM
Intention of this thread is to provide updated information to keep track of pending legislation
A "watch list" with basic overview and link to each bill .
At this point, (1 March) still in info gathering mode - awaiting pertinent info from those in-the-know and will update status of all bills as soon as possible.
Disposition of Bills as of 25 Feb, from what I have ascertained so far:
Dead Bills
House Bill 1147 Modifying unlawful possession of a firearm.
House Bill 1729 Prohibiting the possession of firearms by a criminal street gang associate or member.
House Bill 1730 Drive-by shootings.
House Bill 1732 Gangs/sentence enhancement.
Alive Bills
House Bill 1612 Concerning information on firearm offenders.
House Bill 1096 Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
House Bill 1588 Broadening background checks for firearm purchases.
Those not listed here I am still investigating.
Post by: Windwalker on February 07, 2013, 07:06:55 PM
I have contacted the powers at be on each issue plus many more not listed here...please do the same.
Rattle cages, keep the momentum and pressure on. Perseverance and determination is omnipotent
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HB 1371
Adopting the Washington state firearms freedom act of 2013 and establishing penalties.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:33 AM
Sponsors:Representatives Taylor, Overstreet, Shea, Short, Pike, Scott, Schmick, Crouse, Condotta, Kristiansen, Kretz
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Jan 24 First reading, referred to Judiciary. (View Original Bill)
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1371&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1371&year=2013)
-during the continuance of any proclaimed state of emergency, no person who is not otherwise prohibited by law shall be prohibited or restricted by either the governor or any governmental entity or political subdivision of the state from the otherwise lawful possession, transfer, sale, transport, storage, display, or use of firearms or ammunition.
"Firearms accessories" means items that are used in conjunction with or mounted upon a firearm but are not essential to the basic function of a firearm including, but not limited to, telescopic or laser sights, magazines, flash or sound suppressors, folding or aftermarket stocks and grips, speedloaders, ammunition carriers, and lights for target illumination.
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HB 1588
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
History of the Bill as of Monday, February 25, 2013 8:09 PM
Sponsors:Representatives Pedersen, Hope, Jinkins, Hansen, Freeman, Kagi, Walsh, Carlyle, Hunter, Clibborn, Ormsby, Cody, Green, Stanford, Orwall, Maxwell, Liias, Pettigrew, Tharinger, Springer, Hudgins, Wylie, Moeller, Fitzgibbon, Ryu, Roberts, Goodman, Riccelli, Farrell, Fey, Appleton, Pollet, Habib, Bergquist, Moscoso, Hunt, Santos, Reykdal
Companion Bill:SB 5625
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Jan 31 First reading, referred to Judiciary. (View Original Bill)
Feb 13 Public hearing in the House Committee on Judiciary at 8:00 AM. (Committee Materials)
Feb 19 Executive action taken in the House Committee on Judiciary at 10:00 AM. (Committee Materials)
JUDI - Executive action taken by committee.
JUDI - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. (View 1st Substitute) (Majority Report)
Minority; do not pass. (Minority Report)
Feb 22 Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
PSHB 1588 (H-1417.1)
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers By Rep. Pedersen
Summary of PSHB 1588
An unlicensed person is prohibited from selling a firearm to another unlicensed person unless:
The purchaser has undergone a background check and the background check indicates the person is eligible to possess a firearm under state and federal law; or
The purchaser produces a valid Washington concealed pistol license (CPL).
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1588&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1588&year=2013)
SB 5625 Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:04 PM
SB 5625 is dead as a doornail, bottled up in Senate Law & Justice Committee.
After tomorrow, that diagnosis will be final. It has no chance to become law.
Thanks for writing, I appreciate hearing from you.
Pam Roach
State Senator
Companion Bill: HB 1588
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 6 First reading, referred to Law & Justice.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5625&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5625&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers; amending RCW 9.41.080; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.
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HB 1703
Promoting firearm safety through an education program funded through fees on firearms and ammunition and creating a sales tax exemption on gun locks.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:40 AM
Sponsors:Representatives Jinkins, Farrell, Morris, Cody, Kagi, Wylie, Roberts, Pollet, Ryu, Bergquist, Fey, Hunt, Tarleton, Fitzgibbon, Appleton, Moscoso, Santos
Feb 6 First reading, referred to Judiciary
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1703&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1703&year=2013)
*$25 ‘FEE’ per firearm sold retail *$15 ‘FEE’ per firearm sold retail with a lock or safe *1 cent a round ‘FEE’ for ammo
*(rounds of ammunition sold)= "Ammunition" means cartridge cases, primers, bullets, or propellant powder designed for use in any firearm
*reconciliation of the number of firearms and rounds of ammunition sold
AN ACT Relating to promoting firearm safety through an education program funded through fees on firearms and ammunition and creating a sales tax exemption on gun locks; adding a new section to chapter 82.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.12 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 9.41 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.70 RCW; creating a new section; prescribing penalties; and providing an effective date.
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HB 1612 Still a live Bill SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL 1612 (H-1749.1)
Concerning information on firearm offenders.
History of the Bill as of Monday, February 25, 2013 8:54 PM
Sponsors:Representatives Hope, Pedersen, Hayes, Buys, Dahlquist, Hargrove, O'Ban, Holy, Goodman, Fagan, Smith, Magendanz, Orcutt, Klippert, Kretz, Warnick, Roberts, Moscoso, Ryu, Bergquist
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 1 First reading, referred to Judiciary. (View Original Bill)
Feb 13 Public hearing in the House Committee on Judiciary at 8:00 AM. (Committee Materials)
Feb 21 Executive action taken in the House Committee on Judiciary at 1:30 PM. (Committee Materials)
JUDI - Executive action taken by committee.
JUDI - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. (View 1st Substitute) (Majority Report)
Minority; do not pass. (Minority Report)
Feb 22 Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1612&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1612&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to firearm offenders; amending RCW 42.56.240; reenacting and amending RCW 9.41.010; adding new sections to chapter 9.41 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.43 RCW; and prescribing penalties. (adult or juvenile convicted of a firearm offense required to register-within 48 hours, NLT 20 days after each 12 mo. From date of first registry Anniversary for 4 years)
(9) "Firearm offense" means:
(a) Any felony offense that is a violation of chapter 9.41 RCW; (FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS)
(b) A violation of RCW 9A.36.045; (Drive-by shooting)
(c) A violation of RCW 9A.56.300; (Theft of a firearm)
(d) A violation of RCW 9A.56.310; (Possessing a stolen firearm)
(e) Any felony offense if the offender was armed with a firearm in the commission of the offense;
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HB 1184
Protecting sport shooting ranges.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:43 AM
Sponsors: Representatives Takko, Hurst, Klippert, Blake, Springer, Tharinger, Short, Walsh, Hayes, Orcutt, Fagan, Jinkins, Van De Wege
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Jan 18 First reading, referred to Judiciary.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1184&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1184&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to protecting sport shooting ranges; adding a new section to chapter 9.41 RCW; creating a new section; and declaring an emergency.
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HB 1561
Concerning short-barreled rifles.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:44 AM
Sponsors: Representatives Blake, Hurst, Schmick, Takko, Hope, Kretz, Kirby, Kristiansen, Overstreet, Tharinger, Nealey, Van De Wege, Wilcox, Klippert, Chandler, Buys, Warnick, Orcutt, MacEwen, Liias, Goodman, Haigh, Moscoso, Moeller, Taylor, Roberts, Short, Shea, Condotta, Sawyer, Fagan, Sells
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Jan 30 First reading, referred to Judiciary.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1561&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1561&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to short-barreled rifles; amending RCW 9.41.190; and prescribing penalties.
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HB 1788
Allowing public school districts and private schools to adopt a policy authorizing permanent employees to possess firearms on school grounds under certain conditions.
History of the Bill as of Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:46 AM
Sponsors: Representatives Pike, Blake, Scott, Overstreet, Taylor, Takko, Shea, Condotta, Klippert, Orcutt, Vick
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 8 First reading, referred to Judiciary
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1788&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1788&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to allowing public school districts and private schools to adopt a policy authorizing permanent employees to possess firearms on school grounds under certain conditions; amending RCW 9.41.280; adding a new section to chapter 28A.320 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28A.195 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.1016 RCW; creating new sections; and declaring an emergency.
*board of directors may adopt a policy authorizing employees to possess firearms on school grounds. Procedure for implementing, must have training, number of employees, standards for possession/storage- persons not allowed and caught with any weapon (Long list) lose CPL for 3 years- students expelled-12 or older go straight to juvy for up to 72 hours. Mental health exam within 24 hours.
*Not included are those involved in a convention, showing, demonstration, lecture, or firearms safety course authorized by school authorities.
*participating in a firearms or air gun competition
*person in possession of a pistol with CPL while picking up or dropping off a student
*18yr or older in lawful possession of an unloaded firearm, secured in a vehicle while conducting legitimate business at the school
*"GUN-FREE ZONE" signs shall be posted around school
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HB 1676
Encouraging safe storage of firearms.
History of the Bill as of Friday, February 15, 2013 9:23 AM
Sponsors:Representatives Kagi, Jinkins, Cody, Pedersen, Roberts, Freeman, Fitzgibbon, Hunt, Orwall, Appleton, Maxwell, Ryu, Pollet, Santos
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 5 First reading, referred to Judiciary. (View Original Bill)
Feb 13 Public hearing in the House Committee on Judiciary at 8:00 AM
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1676&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1676&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to safe storage of firearms; amending RCW 9A.36.050; adding a new section to chapter 9.41 RCW; and prescribing penalties.
"IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE AN UNSECURED, LOADED FIREARM WHERE A CHILD CAN AND DOES OBTAIN POSSESSION."
(1) A person is guilty of reckless endangerment when he or she recklessly engages in conduct not amounting to drive-by shooting but that creates a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury to another person.
(2) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person is guilty of reckless endangerment if the person stores or leaves a loaded firearm in a location where the person knows, or reasonably should know, that a child is likely to gain access, and a child obtains possession of the loaded firearm.
(3) Subsection (2) of this section does not apply if:
(a) The firearm is secured in a locked box, gun safe, other secure locked storage space, or secured with a lock or any device that prevents the firearm from discharging;
(b) The child's access to the firearm is supervised by an adult;
(c) The child's access to the firearm was obtained as a result of an unlawful entry; or
(d) The child's access to the firearm was in accordance with RCW 9.41.042.
(4) If a death or serious injury occurs as a result of an alleged violation of subsection (2) of this section, the prosecuting attorney may decline to prosecute, even though technically sufficient evidence to prosecute exists, in situations where prosecution would serve no public purpose, would defeat the purpose of the law in question, or would result in decreased respect for the law.
(5) For the purposes of this section:
(a) "Child" means a person under the age of sixteen years; and (b) The definitions in RCW 9.41.010 apply throughout this section.
(6) Nothing in this section mandates how or where a firearm must be stored.
(7) Reckless endangermentis a gross misdemeanor.
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SB 5737 Banning the sale of assault weapons
History of the Bill as of Friday, February 15, 2013 9:44 AM
Sponsors:Senators Murray, Kohl-Welles, Kline
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 13 First reading, referred to Law & Justice
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5737&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5737&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to banning the sale of assault weapons; reenacting and amending RCW 9.41.010 and 9.94A.515; adding a new section to chapter 9.41 RCW; and prescribing penalties.
(20) "Assault weapon" means:
(a) Any semiautomatic pistol or semiautomatic or pump-action rifle or shotgun that is capable of accepting a detachable magazine, with a capacity to accept more then ten rounds of ammunition and that also possesses any of the following:
(i) If the firearm is a rifle or shotgun, a pistol grip located rear of the trigger;
(ii) If the firearm is a rifle or shotgun, a stock in any configuration, including but not limited to a thumbhole stock, a folding stock or a telescoping stock, that allows the bearer of the firearm to grasp the firearm with the trigger hand such that the web of the trigger hand, between the thumb and forefinger, can be placed below the top of the external portion of the trigger during firing;
(iii) If the firearm is a pistol, a shoulder stock of any type or configuration, including but not limited to a folding stock or a telescoping stock;
(iv) A barrel shroud;
(v) A muzzle brake or muzzle compensator;
(vi) Any feature capable of functioning as a protruding grip that can be held by the hand that is not the trigger hand;
(b) Any pistol that is capable of accepting a detachable magazine at any location outside of the pistol grip;
(c) Any semiautomatic pistol, any semiautomatic, center-fire rifle, or any shotgun with a fixed magazine that has the capacity to accept more than ten rounds of ammunition;
(d) Any firearm with a threaded barrel designed to accommodate a flash suppression or noise suppression device;
(e) Any shotgun capable of accepting a detachable magazine;
(f) Any shotgun with a revolving cylinder;
(g) Any conversion kit or other combination of parts from which an assault weapon can be assembled if the parts are in the possession or under the control of any person.
NEW SECTION. Sec. 2. A new section is added to chapter 9.41 RCW to read as follows:
(1) No person in this state shall manufacture, possess, purchase, sell, or otherwise transfer any assault weapon, or any assault weapon conversion kit, except as authorized by subsection (3) of this section. Any assault weapon or assault weapon conversion kit the manufacture, possession, purchase, sale, or other transfer of which is prohibited under this section is a public nuisance.
(2) No person in this state shall possess or have under his or her control at one time both of the following:
(a) A semiautomatic or pump-action rifle, semiautomatic pistol, or shotgun capable of accepting a detachable magazine; and
(b) Any magazine capable of use with that firearm that contains more than ten rounds of ammunition.
(3) Subsection (1) of this section shall not apply to any of the following:
(a) The possession of an unloaded assault weapon for the purpose of permanently relinquishing it to a law enforcement agency in this state. Any assault weapon relinquished pursuant to this subsection shall be destroyed;
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SB 5739
Promoting public safety by expanding local authority to enact ordinances restricting firearms in parks and recreational facilities.
History of the Bill as of Friday, February 15, 2013 6:14 PM
Sponsors: Senators Murray, Kohl-Welles, Kline
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 13 First reading, referred to Law & Justice
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5739&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5739&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to promoting public safety by expanding local authority to enact ordinances restricting firearms in parks and recreational facilities; and amending RCW 9.41.300.
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SB 5635
Granting courts discretion to deny restoration of firearm rights to a person who has been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment when it appears the person is likely to engage in violent or unsafe behaviors.
History of the Bill as of Friday, February 15, 2013 6:41 PM
Sponsors: Senators Darneille, Kline, Harper, Keiser, Kohl-Welles, Murray, Chase, Frockt
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 6 First reading, referred to Law & Justice.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5635&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5635&year=2013)
AN ACT Relating to granting courts discretion to deny restoration of firearm rights to a person who has been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment when it appears the person is likely to engage in violent or unsafe behaviors; and amending RCW 9.41.047.
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SB 5485
Concerning unauthorized access to firearms. (as of Wednesday, February 20, 2013 9:53 AM)
Jan 31 First reading, referred to Law & Justice
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5485&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5485&year=2013)
-responsibility to prevent the unauthorized access to loaded firearms by children.
"Child" means any person under the age of fourteen.
Post by: huntrights on February 09, 2013, 02:37:24 PM
Nice list. Keep adding to it.
Post by: Windwalker on February 14, 2013, 02:30:05 AM
Federal 113th Congress
Use FPC’s powerful advocacy tools to send Congress a message and oppose new gun control laws. It’s easy.. Just click on each bill you want to Take Action on and use the PopVox action forms to tell your elected members and their staff that your Second Amendment rights are not up for debate.
http://www.firearmspolicy.org/the-issues/federal/113th-congress/ (http://www.firearmspolicy.org/the-issues/federal/113th-congress/)
45 Bills-
And to think, it used to piss me off when they took long vacations- wish they would take one now!
Bill: Federal H.R. 21 – Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA)
Summary: Requires all sales through dealers and reporting of thefts within 48 hours.
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 34 – Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL)
Summary: “To provide for the implementation of a system of licensing for purchasers of certain firearms and for a record of sale system for those firearms, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 35 – Rep. Steve Stockman (R-TX)
Summary: “To restore safety to America’s schools.”
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 65 – Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX)
Summary: “Child Gun Safety and Gun Access Prevention Act of 2013”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 93 – Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI)
Summary: “The Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 117 – Rep. Rush Holt (D-NJ)
Summary: “To provide for the mandatory licensing and registration of handguns.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 133 – Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY)
Summary: “To repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990 and amendments to that Act.”
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 137 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To ensure that all individuals who should be prohibited from buying a firearm are listed in the national instant criminal background check system and require a background check for every firearm sale.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 138 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To prohibit the transfer or possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 141 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 142 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To require face to face purchases of ammunition, to require licensing of ammunition dealers, and to require reporting regarding bulk purchases of ammunition.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 226 - Rosa DeLauro (D-CT)
Summary: “To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for surrendering to authorities certain assault weapons.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 227 – Theodore Deutch (D-FL)
Summary: “To establish a gun buyback grant program.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 236 - James Langevin (D-RI)
Summary: “To ensure greater accountability by licensed firearms dealers. ”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 238 - Grace Meng (D-NY)
Summary: “To amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to restrict the ability of a person whose Federal license to import, manufacture, or deal in firearms has been revoked, whose application to renew such a license has been denied, or who has received a license revocation or renewal denial notice, to transfer business inventory firearms, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 321 – Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY)
Summary: H.R. 321 would essentially create an exception to the 2012 Consolidated Appropriations Act (Public Law 112-74)’s ban on National Institutes of Health funds being used to advocate or promote gun control in order to allowing funding of “research on firearms safety or gun violence.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 322 – Rep. Jeff Miller (R-FL)
Summary: If passed, H.R. 322 would amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to exempt “shot, bullets and other projectiles, propellants, and primers,”‘ and “any sport fishing equipment . . . and sport fishing equipment components” from the jurisdiction of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 332 – Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA)
Summary: H.R. 332 essentially undoes the protections that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act grants those in the firearms industry by declaring that “[a]n action against a manufacturer, seller, or trade association for damages or relief resulting from an alleged defect or alleged negligence with respect to a product, or conduct that would be actionable under State common or statutory law in the absence of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, shall not be dismissed by a court on the basis that the action is for damages resulting from, or for relief from, the criminal, unlawful, or volitional use of a qualified product.” The bill also makes the contents of the Firearms Trace System database discoverable and admissible in a civil action in any State (including the District of Columbia), federal court, or administrative proceeding.
Position: OPPOSE
I need to consolidate this- there are more -just go to the link above and read till your eyes bleed :bash:
Post by: ICEMAN on February 14, 2013, 05:45:18 AM
I have heard there are 75 assorted gun bills before state legislature this year. Anyone know?
Post by: Windwalker on February 15, 2013, 10:33:56 AM
Go here http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/ (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/)
Click on Bill Status Report (formerly Daily Status)
Retrieve a list of all bills and their current status.
If anyone feels froggy enough to sift through the 1858 Bills (as of Saturday, February 16, 2013 9:23 AM)
might come up with a better tally of bills that concern us.
I attempted to sift the 'wheat from the chaff'- a bit daunting and coupled with how easy it is to get off track I have yet to extract a number.
HB 1371
Adopting the Washington state firearms freedom act of 2013 and establishing penalties.
HB 1588
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
SB 5625
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
HB 1703
Promoting firearm safety through an education program funded through fees on firearms and ammunition and creating a sales tax exemption on gun locks.
HB 1612
Concerning information on firearm offenders.
HB 1184
Protecting sport shooting ranges.
HB 1561
Concerning short-barreled rifles.
HB 1788
Allowing public school districts and private schools to adopt a policy authorizing permanent employees to possess firearms on school grounds under certain conditions.
HB 1676
Encouraging safe storage of firearms.
SB 5737
Banning the sale of assault weapons
SB 5739
Promoting public safety by expanding local authority to enact ordinances restricting firearms in parks and recreational facilities.
SB 5635
Granting courts discretion to deny restoration of firearm rights to a person who has been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment when it appears the person is likely to engage in violent or unsafe behaviors.
SB 5485
Concerning unauthorized access to firearms.
Post by: Possum197 on February 16, 2013, 04:24:18 AM
Post by: Windwalker on February 16, 2013, 09:09:43 AM
I updated the other list- in the mean time (this is like herding cats) here is a link to a boat load of Federal Bills all in one place.
Federal 113th Congress
Use FPC’s powerful advocacy tools to send Congress a message and oppose new gun control laws. It’s easy.. Just click on each bill you want to Take Action on and use the PopVox action forms to tell your elected members and their staff that your Second Amendment rights are not up for debate.
http://www.firearmspolicy.org/the-issues/federal/113th-congress/ (http://www.firearmspolicy.org/the-issues/federal/113th-congress/)
45 Bills-
And to think, it used to piss me off when they took long vacations- wish they would take one now!
Bill: Federal H.R. 21 – Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA)
Summary: Requires all sales through dealers and reporting of thefts within 48 hours.
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 34 – Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL)
Summary: “To provide for the implementation of a system of licensing for purchasers of certain firearms and for a record of sale system for those firearms, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 35 – Rep. Steve Stockman (R-TX)
Summary: “To restore safety to America’s schools.”
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 65 – Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX)
Summary: “Child Gun Safety and Gun Access Prevention Act of 2013”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 93 – Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI)
Summary: “The Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 117 – Rep. Rush Holt (D-NJ)
Summary: “To provide for the mandatory licensing and registration of handguns.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 133 – Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY)
Summary: “To repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990 and amendments to that Act.”
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 137 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To ensure that all individuals who should be prohibited from buying a firearm are listed in the national instant criminal background check system and require a background check for every firearm sale.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 138 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To prohibit the transfer or possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 141 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 142 – Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY)
Summary: “To require face to face purchases of ammunition, to require licensing of ammunition dealers, and to require reporting regarding bulk purchases of ammunition.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 226 - Rosa DeLauro (D-CT)
Summary: “To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for surrendering to authorities certain assault weapons.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 227 – Theodore Deutch (D-FL)
Summary: “To establish a gun buyback grant program.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 236 - James Langevin (D-RI)
Summary: “To ensure greater accountability by licensed firearms dealers. ”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal HR 238 - Grace Meng (D-NY)
Summary: “To amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to restrict the ability of a person whose Federal license to import, manufacture, or deal in firearms has been revoked, whose application to renew such a license has been denied, or who has received a license revocation or renewal denial notice, to transfer business inventory firearms, and for other purposes.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 321 – Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY)
Summary: H.R. 321 would essentially create an exception to the 2012 Consolidated Appropriations Act (Public Law 112-74)’s ban on National Institutes of Health funds being used to advocate or promote gun control in order to allowing funding of “research on firearms safety or gun violence.”
Position: OPPOSE
Bill: Federal H.R. 322 – Rep. Jeff Miller (R-FL)
Summary: If passed, H.R. 322 would amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to exempt “shot, bullets and other projectiles, propellants, and primers,”‘ and “any sport fishing equipment . . . and sport fishing equipment components” from the jurisdiction of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Position: SUPPORT
Bill: Federal H.R. 332 – Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA)
Summary: H.R. 332 essentially undoes the protections that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act grants those in the firearms industry by declaring that “[a]n action against a manufacturer, seller, or trade association for damages or relief resulting from an alleged defect or alleged negligence with respect to a product, or conduct that would be actionable under State common or statutory law in the absence of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, shall not be dismissed by a court on the basis that the action is for damages resulting from, or for relief from, the criminal, unlawful, or volitional use of a qualified product.” The bill also makes the contents of the Firearms Trace System database discoverable and admissible in a civil action in any State (including the District of Columbia), federal court, or administrative proceeding.
Position: OPPOSE
I need to consolidate this- there are more -just go to the link above and read till your eyes bleed :bash:
Post by: Windwalker on February 18, 2013, 06:22:49 PM
http://www.nssf.org/GovRel/legislative_action_center.cfm (http://www.nssf.org/GovRel/legislative_action_center.cfm)
Under Track Legislation- Research State and federal Legislation-
The returns include more than listed below - lots to sift through..site hot links to each bill.
http://www.cqstatetrack.com/texis/viewrpt/+tewX7QeKA51?report=5122a5745c&session=5122be929f (http://www.cqstatetrack.com/texis/viewrpt/+tewX7QeKA51?report=5122a5745c&session=5122be929f)
Bottom line - what ever you do - Get involved, let your conscience be your guide. Take Action!
Some of these bills are poorly written and should never see the light of day - yet here they are like a plague.
And further more...hard as it is for me to believe..
Have seen recent evidence of shooters/hunters advising others of certain bills that don't pertain to them are not all that bad...
Really!! :bash: Ya ever heard the phrase- 'I'm from the government and I'm here to help.' ?
“A citizen who shirks his duty to contribute to the security of his community is little better than the criminal who threatens it.”
WA HB 1184 Protecting sport shooting ranges.
WA HB 1199 Ensuring hunter safety.
WA HB 1318 Concerning concealed pistol license renewal notices.
WA HB 1371 Adopting the Washington state firearms freedom act of 2013
WA HB 1384 Streamlining natural resources management.
WA HB 1399 Giving general law enforcement authority to natural resource investigators.
WA HB 1496 Concerning hunting-related enforcement actions involving tribal members.
WA HB 1561 Concerning short-barreled rifles.
WA HB 1588 Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
WA HB 1612 Concerning information on firearm offenders.
WA HB 1676 Encouraging safe storage of firearms.
WA HB 1679 Regarding the disclosure of health care information.
WA HB 1703 Promoting firearm education program fees on firearms and ammunition
WA HB 1729 Prohibiting possession of firearms- criminal street gang associate or member.
WA HB 1731 Adding unlawful possession of a firearm to the list of most serious offenses.
WA HB 1788 Allowing school employees to possess firearms under certain conditions.
WA HB 1839 Criminal background checks and other requirements applicable to firearms.
WA HB 1840 firearms laws for persons subject to no-contact, protection, restraining orders.
WA HB 1849 Combining the state's natural resources law enforcement efforts.
WA HB 1907 Creating a sentence enhancement for body armor.
WA HB 1908 Providing exceptions for firearms on school property provisions.
WA SB 5119 Creating a sentence enhancement for body armor.
WA SB 5187 Protecting livestock against predator attacks.
WA SB 5188 Addressing imminent threats to commercial livestock caused by wolves.
WA SB 5231 Ensuring hunter safety.
WA SB 5282 Creating a statewide database of mental health commitment information.
WA SB 5300 Enhancing wolf management efforts through the promotion of cooperative agreements.
WA SB 5376 Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
WA SB 5485 Concerning unauthorized access to firearms.
WA SB 5625 Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
WA SB 5635 Granting courts discretion to deny restoration of firearm rights to a person who has been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment when it appears the person is likely to engage in violent or unsafe behaviors.
WA SB 5660 Regarding firearms safety education programs.
WA SB 5710 Concerning reckless endangerment resulting from unsafe storage of firearms.
WA SB 5711 Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
WA SB 5714 Establishing a task force on improving public health and safety regarding firearms.
WA SB 5737 Banning the sale of assault weapons.
WA SJM 8006 Promoting the use of the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program in preschools, early learning programs, and schools.
Post by: csaaphill on February 18, 2013, 07:30:19 PM
Post by: csaaphill on February 20, 2013, 12:16:49 AM
One good way to be heard on each of these is at the site after searching the bill there is a leave comment spot on top the page. I reccomend all going there make an acct and leave a comment.
Go here http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/ (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/)
Click on Bill Status Report (formerly Daily Status)
Retrieve a list of all bills and their current status.
If anyone feels froggy enough to sift through the 1858 Bills (as of Saturday, February 16, 2013 9:23 AM)
might come up with a better tally of bills that concern us.
I attempted to sift the 'wheat from the chaff'- a bit daunting and coupled with how easy it is to get off track I have yet to extract a number.
HB 1371
Adopting the Washington state firearms freedom act of 2013 and establishing penalties.
HB 1588
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
SB 5625
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers.
HB 1703
Promoting firearm safety through an education program funded through fees on firearms and ammunition and creating a sales tax exemption on gun locks.
HB 1612
Concerning information on firearm offenders.
HB 1184
Protecting sport shooting ranges.
HB 1561
Concerning short-barreled rifles.
HB 1788
Allowing public school districts and private schools to adopt a policy authorizing permanent employees to possess firearms on school grounds under certain conditions.
HB 1676
Encouraging safe storage of firearms.
SB 5737
Banning the sale of assault weapons
SB 5739
Promoting public safety by expanding local authority to enact ordinances restricting firearms in parks and recreational facilities.
SB 5635
Granting courts discretion to deny restoration of firearm rights to a person who has been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment when it appears the person is likely to engage in violent or unsafe behaviors.
SB 5485
Concerning unauthorized access to firearms.
Post by: csaaphill on February 20, 2013, 12:33:18 AM
frank.chopp@leg.wa.gov; richard.debolt@leg.wa.gov; cathy.dahlquist@leg.wa.gov; susan.fagan@leg.wa.gov; tami.green@leg.wa.gov; jeff.holy@leg.wa.gov; norm.johnson@leg.wa.gov; linda.kochmar@leg.wa.gov; joel.kretz@leg.wa.gov; marko.liias@leg.wa.gov; chad.magendanz@leg.wa.gov; marcie.maxwell@leg.wa.gov; jim.moeller@leg.wa.gov; terry.nealey@leg.wa.gov; tina.orwall@leg.wa.gov; eric.pettigrew@leg.wa.gov; chris.reykdal@leg.wa.gov; maryhelen.roberts@leg.wa.gov; cindy.ryu@leg.wa.gov; david.sawyer@leg.wa.gov; larry.springer@leg.wa.gov; pat.sullivan@leg.wa.gov; gael.tarleton@leg.wa.gov; kevin.vandewege@leg.wa.gov; jt.wilcox@leg.wa.gov
Post by: csaaphill on February 20, 2013, 01:25:25 AM
anyways write them people.
Post by: csaaphill on February 20, 2013, 10:23:44 PM
I have received many e-mails and phone calls from constituents on both sides of House Bill 1588, and I greatly appreciate hearing your opinion. But after much consideration, I have come to the conclusion that we should require background checks for anyone purchasing a gun and eliminate the gun show loophole, because it will help our state become an even safer place to live.
Thank you again for your e-mail. I hope you will continue to let me know your concerns, so that I can better represent you.
Thank you for contacting me. I voted against the bill in committee and will do the same if it comes up for a vote in the floor.
Terry
Representative Terry Nealey
16th Legislative District
office: 360.786.7828 |Terry.Nealey@leg.wa.gov
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Post by: Windwalker on February 22, 2013, 10:43:02 AM
2013 Session Cutoff Calendar
February 22, 2013
Last day to read in committee reports in house of origin, except House fiscal committees and Senate Ways & Means and Transportation committees.
This will allow us to focus and concentrate efforts on the remainder.
Grabbed these off my scratch pad to look into -
HB 1588
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers
SJM 8006
Promoting the use of the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program in preschools, early learning programs, and schools.
SB 5660
Regarding firearms safety education programs.
SB 5376
Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
HB 1096 (H-1378.2)
Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
Post by: huntrights on February 22, 2013, 03:59:29 PM
http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/pages/cutoff.aspx (http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/pages/cutoff.aspx)
2013 Session Cutoff Calendar
February 22, 2013
Last day to read in committee reports in house of origin, except House fiscal committees and Senate Ways & Means and Transportation committees.
This will allow us to focus and concentrate efforts on the remainder.
Grabbed these off my scratch pad to look into -
HB 1588
Requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers
SJM 8006
Promoting the use of the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program in preschools, early learning programs, and schools.
SB 5660
Regarding firearms safety education programs.
SB 5376
Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
HB 1096 (H-1378.2)
Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes.
I called Senator Parlette's office today. Her assistant said the Eddie Eagle Bill was never scheduled for a hearing, so it will die today. I wish we knew about that one sooner.
Post by: Windwalker on February 22, 2013, 05:18:51 PM
Post by: huntrights on February 22, 2013, 06:32:43 PM
There have been so many legislative attacks on our rights, the one good Bill got lost in the dust.
Post by: csaaphill on February 23, 2013, 04:44:48 AM
10 years people that's what I give the 2nd that's all.
regular guns like a .280 remington will have to be turned in or registered mark my words.
Rise now or regret not later. >:(
Post by: huntrights on February 24, 2013, 12:16:28 PM
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=8006&year=2013 (http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=8006&year=2013)
SJM 8006 - 2013-14
Promoting the use of the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program in preschools, early learning programs, and schools.
History of the Bill
as of Sunday, February 24, 2013 11:59 AM
Sponsors:
Senators Chase, McAuliffe, Nelson, Kohl-Welles, Conway, Parlette
2013 REGULAR SESSION
Feb 7 First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education.
Feb 21 Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education at 5:30 PM. (Committee Materials)
Feb 22 EDU - Majority; do pass.
Majority Report: Do pass
Signed by Senators Litzow, Chair; Dammeier, Vice Chair; Brown, Cleveland, Fain, Hill, McAuliffe, Ranking Member; Mullet, and Rivers.
Minority; without recommendation.
Minority Report: That it be referred without recommendation
Signed by Senators Billig and Rolfes, Assistant Ranking Member.
Passed to Rules Committee for second reading
Link to Bill:
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/documents/billdocs/2013-14/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Joint%20Memorials/8006-Eddie%20Eagle%20GunSafe%20Program.pdf
Post by: Windwalker on February 25, 2013, 08:48:16 PM
http://houserepublicans.wa.gov/uncategorized/dead-alive/ (http://houserepublicans.wa.gov/uncategorized/dead-alive/)
“Friday, Feb. 22 was the first deadline in the 105-day session. Bills without fiscal implications are considered dead that did not pass policy committees. Bills currently in fiscal committees (Appropriations, Finance, Capital Budget and Transportation) have until March 1 to move forward. Read through the list of “good” and “bad” bills we’ve been watching and their current status.”
BILLS THAT ARE DEAD:
House Bill 1147 Modifying unlawful possession of a firearm. House Bill 1147 would make 2nd degree unlawful possession of a firearm by an adult a predicate offense for 1st degree unlawful possession of a firearm except where the 2nd degree conviction was based on a gross misdemeanor rather than a felony conviction. Public Hearing in House Judiciary Committee
House Bill 1729 Prohibiting the possession of firearms by a criminal street gang associate or member. House Bill 1729 would include possession of a firearm by a criminal street gang member or associate as defined in RCW 9.94A.030, as a prong of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm 2. Did Not Receive a Public Hearing in House Judiciary Committee
House Bill 1730 Drive-by shootings. House Bill 1730 would add drive-by shooting to the list of serious offenses, i.e., a strike. Did Not Receive a Public Hearing in House Public Safety Committee
House Bill 1732 Gangs/sentence enhancement. House Bill 1732 proposed a sentencing enhancement to mirror the current gun enhancement of 60 months for a class A felony, 36 months for a class B and 18 months for a class C felony. Did Not Receive a Public Hearing in House Public Safety Committee
BILLS THAT ARE ALIVE:
House Bill 1612 Concerning information on firearm offenders. House Bill 1612 requires WSP to maintain a central registry of firearm offenders. Firearm offenders are persons who have been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity in this state of various felony firearm offenses listed in the act or of unlawful possession of a loaded rifle or shotgun in a vehicle, or unlawful use of a loaded firearm. The registry is only for law enforcement purposes and is not subject to public disclosure, and requiring registration is at the discretion of the court. Passed House Judiciary Committee; In House Rules Committee
House Bill 1096 Concerning juvenile firearms and weapons crimes. House Bill 1096 increases the penalties for juveniles found to be in Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and restricts existing disposition alternatives for juvenile firearm offenses, which were all good elements of the underlying bill. However, the proposed substitute also creates a disposition alternative specific to firearm offenders, which provides additional opportunities for juveniles who commit violent offenses to avoid confinement. Passed House Judiciary Committee; Public Hearing in House Appropriations Committee
House Bill 1588 Broadening background checks for firearm purchases. House Bill 1588 requires a background check on the sale of a firearm when both the seller and purchaser are not licensed as dealers and the purchaser doesn’t have a valid Washington concealed pistol license and requires the background check to be conducted by a dealer or a local law enforcement. Passed House Judiciary Committee; In House Rules Committee
Post by: huntrights on February 25, 2013, 10:55:19 PM
Not sure about HB1096
Keep writing.
Post by: csaaphill on February 25, 2013, 11:02:36 PM
kind of surprised the anti gang bills didn't get a hearing.
Post by: huntrights on February 25, 2013, 11:33:43 PM
All of the firearm offenses listed in HB1612 are felonies except those related to RCW 77.15.460 (Loaded rifle or shotgun in vehicle …), which many times are hunting violations or honest mistakes. I believe this is a misdemeanor. Minor violations should not end up on a central registry of firearm offenders.
We should be concerned about the potential abuse of a central registry such as this. Although it is not supposed to be available to the public, one successful Freedom of Information Act lawsuit could quickly change that. Please remember the vicious media abuse of law-abiding gun permit holders that had their names and addresses published on the internet in maps by the Journal News in New York. I believe there is an issue with HB1612 because of the inclusion of non-felony violations and that there is too much risk of abuse of such a central registry.
During the public hearings, it was explained that a judge would decide who would go on the list based on three criteria: previous criminal history, previously found guilty, or evidence of propensity for violence. A concern expressed during the public meeting was that there are judges that are definitely anti-gun, so there would be the likelihood of inconsistent application of the law regarding who goes on the list.
I believe these are two major issues: possible abuse of a central registry and who goes on the list. Central registries are NOT good for those who end up on “the list”; remember Nazi Germany.
Post by: bigtex on February 25, 2013, 11:51:23 PM
Post by: blackdog on February 26, 2013, 06:07:30 AM
Post by: csaaphill on February 27, 2013, 04:21:40 AM
Unconstitutional laws are bad no matter what. Or undeeded laws are bad no matter what. Were heading down the same slope others headed but people thought oh well it's for our own good right?
Post by: csaaphill on February 27, 2013, 05:27:01 AM
let me know what you think
it was in my own words
sorry i didn't add the list here to see but in my email the list was 1588,1612, 5737, and one other 5635.
Dear sirs as a concerned citizen of the United states I write today to encourage you to oppose these listed bills. While some have noted that 1588 does not infringe upon our constitutional rights, those people would be very wrong. Asking a law abiding citizen to jump through hoops in order to exercise a right is in odds with the original intent of that right. Limiting Law abiding citizens with undue and unwanted labor, and time consuming steps to do something that is inherently permission granted: to now having to ask permission is entirely at odd with what our founding father's had envisioned for our country. I have written many times before on these issues and have received nothing more than excuses as to why they feel these steps are important, and undermine mine or anyone else's feelings. We are a Republic not a Democracy, our Forefathers gave us a Republic that was to protect the rights of the minority from the majority. When you vote against those that say no to these bills and vote with what you believe is the majority you ignore the others that have said no to these kind of bills or infringements.
When you ignore the minority you also alienate the ones that also help pay your salaries.
You also tell us/me that your voice is unimportant, and that the majority is to have absolute rule.
This law would not have prevented what happened in Connecticut at all and would bring upon those that say no to this unjust, and undue Burdon when we want to loan a firearm out to a friend when going to the range, out target shooting, or deer hunting. If ignoring us is what you call representing all that have voted for you, then no wonder people have a hard time respecting our elected officials.
I say 1612 is another one of those feel good bills that would bring about a centralized registry and target unjustly some people that have spent years trying to undo one bad decision. Since we have a current anti gun panel of judges, this one would again be used to discriminate those that now have no voice. Yes we can say "Oh well they deserve what they get because they violated a law", but to keep punishing someone for something that may be years in the past is not protecting others, it is in fact alienating one other sect.
5737 Is an outright infringement on our second amendment rights. This bill limits what a person could chose to defend himself with. People keep calling these weapons of war, which in fact is furthest from the truth. I have also noted in this bill that only allows one to keep this type of firearm in transit from their home to range, and back again. I have first hand knowledge this firearm is used to hunt with as well. These firearms are modern firearms, and have as much sporting use as a bolt action rifle does. Again would not have prevented Sandy hook.
5635 is another one of those bills that should not pass. When someone fulfills the needed time and rehabilitation they should not have to jump through more hoops in order to prove they are responsible citizens. Especially in today's anti gun climate there is no guarantee that no bias would occur on this kind of subject.
As it is now, with the prosecutor, and judge being the ones who decide if in fact the person in question validates he/she is responsible or not is fair. This process now is the correct method on deciding these issues and should not be up to those who are politically agenda minded.
Again I ask that you not ignore those that hold the minority, and alienate further those who you serve. For that is what is supposed to be the truth you serve us not the other way around.
Post by: huntrights on February 27, 2013, 09:20:41 AM
Speaking from the heart is very powerful. I believe the points you made reflect how most people in our ranks are feeling with this onsaught of attacks on our rights and freedoms.
Thank you.
Keep writing.
Post by: bigtex on February 27, 2013, 09:40:18 AM
Maybe the Eddie Eagle Bill SJM 8006 is still alive; it may have gone through at the last minute.
The bill is still alive. It was made eligible for a Senate vote on 2/25.
This bill is not a "law" bill but essentially just a memo to be sent to schools....
Post by: huntrights on February 27, 2013, 11:01:13 AM
Maybe the Eddie Eagle Bill SJM 8006 is still alive; it may have gone through at the last minute.
The bill is still alive. It was made eligible for a Senate vote on 2/25.
This bill is not a "law" bill but essentially just a memo to be sent to schools....
It will send a clear message and is actually promoting education for young children that can help prevent gun related tragedies from occurring.