Gun

Governor Hochul Bolsters New York’s Fight Against Gun Violence with Sweeping New Legislation and $370 Million Investment

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Albany, NY — In a significant move to curb gun-related violence, New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed three new gun-control bills into law. During a press conference, Hochul asserted that these measures are key components of a broader strategy to enhance public safety across the state. Flanked by legislative leaders, the governor also announced a substantial $370 million investment aimed at combating gun violence. The press event highlighted the recent statistical decline in gun violence by 53% year-to-date compared to the peak during the pandemic. This decrease is regarded by Hochul as proof that … Read more

Massachusetts Faces 2026 Ballot Showdown as Gun Rights Groups Mobilize Against Tightened Firearms Laws

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BOSTON, Mass. — Massachusetts gun rights groups have amassed over 90,000 signatures aiming to challenge a 2024 legislation enhancing the state’s stringent gun laws, setting the stage for a potential repeal on the 2026 ballot. Opponents of the law argue it infringes on the rights of law-abiding citizens without tackling crime effectively, while supporters believe these measures are crucial for public safety. The 2024 legislation introduces multiple stringent provisions, including a ban on ghost guns, mandatory live-fire training for licensing, extended red flag laws allowing healthcare professionals to request firearm removals, and stricter regulations on … Read more

Johns Hopkins Develops Guide to Enhance Gun Safety Laws, Aiming to Reduce Firearm-Related Injuries and Deaths

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Baltimore, MD — A new guide developed by the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions aims to aid lawmakers in drafting more effective firearm safe storage laws. Released by the Bloomberg School of Public Health, the “Safe Storage Model Policy Guide” presents a structured set of recommendations based on comprehensive public health research. The guide comes at a critical time as varying versions of safe storage laws are currently on the books in twenty-six states and Washington, D.C. These laws mandate how firearms should be securely stored to prevent access by children and unauthorized … Read more

Australian Gun Owners Left in Limbo as Strict New Firearms Laws Approach

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Albany, Australia — As Western Australia prepares to enact some of the nation’s most stringent gun laws on March 31, numerous firearms owners express uncertainty and frustration over critical unclarified details of the new regulations. These laws, among the strictest in Australia, introduce tighter licensing restrictions and limits on the number of guns one can own, along with several other new statutes. However, with just days until the laws are implemented, gun owners like Matt Begutter, who runs Ray’s Firearms and Archery, are voicing concerns over incomplete guidance from authorities, especially regarding the newly required … Read more