Videos tagged with Appropriations Committee

Assembly Bill 1743 in California proposes to expand access to firearm data, including recovered, stolen, and crime-related firearms, to various government agencies, community colleges, and universities for academic and policy research. CRPA TV discusses concerns that this expansion, particularly to less restricted academic levels like community colleges, could lead to the "doxing" of law-abiding gun owners, similar to a past DOJ incident, potentially resulting in identity theft, harassment, and targeted burglaries. The bill is fast-tracked and faces opposition from gun rights advocates.

This video explains the legislative process for bills, particularly how they can die outside of the active session. Bills typically fall into two categories: those held up in policy committees (like Public Safety or Health) which have a two-year window before being declared dead, or those stuck in the Appropriations Committee, which often votes on large batches of bills quickly. The process continues until a bill reaches the governor's desk for signing or veto.

This video discusses the status of anti-gun bills in the California legislature, highlighting that many have been 'killed' due to budget shortfalls. It explains the two-year legislative cycle in California and how bills can be carried over. The discussion touches on specific bills related to firearm safety certificates, concealed carry permits, and other Second Amendment rights, noting that some beneficial bills for gun owners are still alive. The speakers express frustration with the legislative process and the financial mismanagement within the state.

California's Senate Bill 248, which aimed to create a program for sending 'propagandized information' to new gun owners, failed to pass the Appropriations Committee. The bill's failure is attributed to its significant cost, though the speaker suggests political motivations may have also played a role in its defeat.

This video discusses the failure of three significant gun control bills in California's appropriations committee: SB 320 (Do Not Sell List), AB 1187 (Firearm Safety Card requirements), and SB 15 (FFL audit increases). It highlights the legislative process, the role of fiscal committees, and the impact of advocacy efforts in blocking these bills. The discussion emphasizes that while these specific bills were defeated, the fight for Second Amendment rights in California is ongoing.

This video, featuring Rick Travis, Legislative Director of CRPA, explains the complex California legislative process for gun bills. It details how bills move through committees, the significant role of the Appropriations Committee, and the impact of the state's budget deficit on bill passage. The discussion highlights the 'suspense file' as a critical juncture where bills can be effectively killed or delayed, and outlines key dates for advocacy and legislative action.

This video details the successful legislative effort by CRPA (California Rifle and Pistol Association) to defeat Assembly Bill 262, a bill that evolved over seven years and multiple iterations to target shooting sports at children's camps. Rick Travis, Director of Legislation for CRPA, explains the bill's origins stemming from a tragic incident and how it morphed into a 'zombie bill' that repeatedly resurfaced with different designations. The successful advocacy involved extensive lobbying, presenting evidence to lawmakers, and ultimately removing all references to shooting sports from the bill, transforming it into a general health and safety measure.

Representative Jim Jordan and the Committee on the Weaponization of Government are proposing significant defunding measures for federal law enforcement agencies including the FBI, ATF, and DOJ. These proposals aim to rein in alleged abuses, stop politicized prosecutions, and halt the enforcement of specific ATF rules, particularly those concerning firearms with stabilizing braces and definitions of 'frame or receiver'. The move is framed as a response to perceived 'lawfare' tactics and executive overreach.