NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee House Republicans faced backlash from protesters on Tuesday after passing a controversial bill that would allow certain teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns on public school grounds. The bill, if signed into law by Republican Gov. Bill Lee, would mark a significant expansion of gun access in the state following … Read more
Nashville, Tennessee – Over a year has passed since a tragic incident at the Covenant School resulted in the loss of three 9-year-olds and three staff members at the hands of a former student armed with an AR-15 assault rifle. The shooter was later killed by police. Despite the tragic events, Tennessee’s Republican lawmakers have … Read more
Nashville, Tennessee – The Tennessee legislature recently passed a controversial bill that would permit teachers and school staff to carry concealed handguns within school premises. This move comes in the wake of a tragic incident where six individuals lost their lives in a shooting at a Nashville school, sparking both debate and protest. The bill’s … Read more
Lewiston, Maine – The Maine Legislature recently passed a comprehensive gun safety bill, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to address gun violence and protect its residents. This legislation includes measures such as background checks for private gun sales, waiting periods for purchasing firearms, and criminalizing the sale of firearms to individuals prohibited … Read more
Denver, Colorado – The Colorado House, controlled by Democrats, made a significant move on Sunday by passing a bill that aims to prohibit the sale and transfer of semiautomatic firearms. This legislative victory comes after a similar bill was swiftly defeated by Democrats last year. The bill passed with a vote of 35-27 and is … Read more
Augusta, Maine – Months following the tragic mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, state lawmakers engaged in a lengthy debate on Friday regarding a proposed red flag bill. This bill would allow family members to petition a judge to remove firearms from individuals undergoing a mental health crisis. The need to reevaluate this proposal arose after … Read more
AUGUSTA, Maine – Lawmakers in Maine engaged in a lengthy debate over a controversial “red flag” bill following a tragic mass shooting that claimed the lives of 18 individuals. The bill, aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future, sparked passionate discussions and deliberations within the state’s legislature. The proposed legislation, which focuses on implementing … Read more
RICHMOND, Va. — A bill aimed at holding parents accountable if their child uses their gun in a crime has cleared the Virginia State Senate. The proposed legislation, known as SB 44 and authored by State Senator Schuyler VanValkenburg (D-Henrico), seeks to charge parents with a felony if their child gains access to their gun … Read more
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Annapolis lawmakers are considering a second bill inspired by a Baltimore tech executive who was murdered last year. Governor Wes Moore has submitted the Pava LaPere Legacy of Innovation Act to the lawmakers this week. This piece of legislation is in addition to the other bills that have been introduced in response … Read more