
Here's the Full List of Counties That Won't Uphold I-1639 in Washington
The Sheriffs of Washington's rural counties are increasingly pledging to not enforce the new gun control bill (I-1639) that was passed in November by ballot initiative, citing it as unconstitutional. 24 out of 39 counties make up the latest count, with more expected as the court battles ramp up across the state.
more»Washington's bullet ban bill is hilariously entitled Preventing Lead Exposure In Young People
Those in charge of putting titles on bills heading to the Washington legislature appear to be in need of a little oversight, as this bill would demonstrate. HB1346 seeks to prohibit anyone under 21 from buying ammunition containing lead. Also included in our article is HB1319, attempting to remove state preemption on firearm laws. A hearing is on Feb. 1st.
more»Seattle Wants Gun Shops and Ranges to Have Warning Labels
King County Washington, which includes Seattle, now has legislation proposed compelling gun shops and gun ranges to display signs warning that ownership of guns leads to suicides, domestic violence, and accidental shootings. The county's Board of Health heard comments from the public Thursday afternoon on the proposal at the King County Courthouse and are expected to present their findings and recommendations to the county.
more»NRA and SAF Sue Edmonds, WA Over New Storage Law
The current gun law trend in Washington state is toward safe storage laws, but state preemption precludes municipalities from passing their own gun control legislation ordinances. This showdown was inevitable, and the NRA and the Second Amendment Foundation were prepared for it.
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