Videos tagged with Hawaii SB401

This video discusses Hawaii's Senate Bill 401, which proposes banning the sale, transfer, and possession of "assault weapons," .50 caliber rifles, and standard capacity magazines. The bill utilizes a "gut and replace" tactic to bypass public input and legislative procedures. The speaker argues this bill could criminalize law-abiding citizens and sets a dangerous precedent for gun rights nationwide.

This video details the passage of significant firearms restrictions in Hawaii, stemming from SB893 which was expanded into SB401. The new legislation effectively bans most semi-automatic firearms, shotguns, and 'assault pistols' that accept detachable magazines, drawing parallels to the 1994-2004 federal assault weapons ban. The speaker highlights the rapid expansion of the bill's scope and word count, and discusses the stringent requirements for firearm ownership in Hawaii, including permits for handguns, waiting periods, and registration for most firearms.