Videos tagged with Colorado General Assembly

Colorado is considering House Bill 1292, a proposed ban on the manufacture, sale, and future transfer of 'assault arms.' The bill defines these arms broadly, including semi-auto rifles with detachable magazines and specific features like pistol grips or threaded barrels, as well as .50 caliber rifles and certain semi-auto handguns and shotguns. While current owners would not be prohibited from possessing these firearms, the bill aims to halt future transactions within the state. The legislation has passed its first committee but faces significant opposition from gun rights advocates and some lawmakers who argue it infringes on constitutional rights and is ineffective. Proponents cite public safety concerns and the need to reduce armed violence, particularly in the wake of mass shootings.

This video documents a House Floor Hearing for Colorado Senate Bill 25-003, focusing on an amendment (L66) that addresses the bill's fiscal implications and its perceived infringement on Second Amendment rights. Legislators debate the bill's impact on individual liberties, government control, and fiscal responsibility, with strong arguments presented against the bill's perceived overreach and potential financial strain on taxpayers. The discussion highlights concerns about continuous appropriations, unfunded mandates, and the fundamental right to self-defense.

This video provides an update on several proposed firearms legislation bills in Colorado's General Assembly, including an assault weapons bill, an excise tax bill on firearms and ammunition, a merchant code bill potentially creating a backdoor gun registry, a sensitive spaces bill, and a safe storage bill. It also discusses current wait times for suppressors, changes in background check fees, and the legality of firearm braces. The speaker urges viewers to contact representatives, sign petitions, and vote in upcoming elections to protect Second Amendment rights.