Videos tagged with Fiscal Impact

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 from Guns & Gadgets discusses a proposed 1000% excise tax on 'assault weapons' like the AR and AK platforms, introduced by Representative Don Beyer. The presenter argues this is a 'backdoor gun ban' intended to make these firearms unaffordable and unconstitutional, citing concerns about its potential to pass via reconciliation. The discussion highlights the significant financial implications of such a tax on firearm ownership in America.