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New Hampshire Lawmakers Consider Gun Control Measures in Response to Psychiatric Hospital Shooting

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CONCORD, New Hampshire – New Hampshire lawmakers are considering a series of gun law proposals following a deadly shooting at a psychiatric hospital last year. The bills, which were discussed on Friday, aim to address various issues such as mental health records, protection orders, and firearm carry laws. Advocates for the legislation argue that it is crucial to tackle mental health issues rather than focus solely on gun confiscation. The recommendations come in response to the tragic death of a security officer at the psychiatric hospital. During the public hearings, the associate medical director of … Read more

Youth Activists Rally for Gun Violence Prevention Despite Governor’s Resistance

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PERRY, Iowa — In the wake of a recent school shooting in Perry, Iowa, students are taking a stand against gun violence. Governor Kim Reynolds has faced criticism for her dismissal of the notion that additional gun laws would have prevented the tragedy. However, March for Our Lives Iowa is pushing back, highlighting the importance of gun violence prevention legislation. March for Our Lives Iowa has released its legislative agenda, which emphasizes the effectiveness of Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) in preventing potential shooters from accessing weapons temporarily if they pose a threat to themselves … Read more

Michigan Attorney General discusses new gun regulations and efforts to prevent gun violence in the state

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LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel discussed the implementation of new gun regulations in the state, aiming to curb gun violence and raise awareness about the laws. Following a mass shooting at Michigan State University in February 2023, the Democratic-led Legislature passed several gun reforms, including universal background checks and safe-storage requirements. These efforts were highlighted at the virtual Michigan Gun Violence Prevention summit, with Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist among the speakers. Nessel emphasized the importance of these policies in reducing gun violence, with many of them set to take effect in February … Read more

Michigan Leading the Way: New Gun Safety Laws Set to Take Effect in February

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LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist asserts that Michigan is leading the way in gun safety as new laws take effect. Recently, the state held its inaugural Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Summit, where state and national leaders convened to discuss the implementation of gun violence legislation enacted in 2023 and explore future reforms. These laws, which include provisions for safe storage, universal background checks, and red flag laws, aim to prevent firearms from falling into the hands of individuals at risk of self-harm or causing harm to others. During the summit, Lieutenant Governor … Read more