Washington State Legislature Passes Assault Weapon Ban
TL;DR
The Washington state Legislature has passed a ban on more than 50 models of semi-automatic rifles, including AR-15s and AK-47s, which will go into effect once signed by Governor Jay Inslee. The ban includes exemptions for law enforcement and military sales. The legislation is part of a gun control package proposed by Inslee and the state attorney general, which also includes a 10-day waiting period for gun purchases and a bill that would hold gunmakers liable for negligent sales. Republican lawmakers opposed the ban, arguing it infringes on people's rights to defend themselves.
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