President Enacts Landmark Gun Safety Bill, Aiming to Reduce Firearm Incidents Nationwide
Washington, D.C. — In a signal effort to curb firearm-related incidents, new gun safety legislation was signed into law on Monday, showcasing bipartisan support and weeks of negotiations among lawmakers. The legislation is an expansion of the existing framework but aims to introduce more rigorous checks and balances in the process of purchasing and owning a firearm. The law, which immediately went into effect, introduces several critical components aimed at tackling gun violence—a persistent and growing issue across the nation. Key among the law’s provisions is the mandatory universal background check for all gun purchases, … Read more