Colorado House Approves Ban on Sale of "Assault" Weapons
TL;DR
The Colorado House passed a bill to ban the sale, purchase, and transfer of so-called assault weapons, defining them as certain high-powered, semi-automatic firearms with specific features. The bill does not ban possession but imposes penalties for illegal sales, risking gun shop licenses. The measure now heads to the state Senate, facing opposition from some Democrats and skepticism from Gov. Jared Polis. Supporters argue it's a preventative response to mass shootings, while opponents claim it violates the Second Amendment and won't reduce gun violence.
- Colorado House passes bill to ban sale, purchase of “assault” weapons, sending measure to Senate The Denver Post
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- 'Assault weapons' ban receives preliminary OK from Colorado Democrats coloradopolitics.com
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- Ban on 'assault weapons' sale, manufacture wins initial approval in Colorado House • Colorado Newsline Colorado Newsline
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