William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, details the detrimental impact of the recent Washington legislative session on gun owners and residents. He analyzes key bills, including those that passed, such as HB 2320 (3D printing ban) and HB 2521 (background check fee increase), and those that failed, like HB 2235 (public records exemption) and SB 5098 (gun-free zones). Kirk also highlights broader legislative actions like the new income tax (SB 6346) and local tax flexibility (HB 2442), concluding it was the worst legislative session in Washington's history.
William Kirk of Washington Gun Law explains how the Washington State Legislature bypassed standard procedures to pass HB 2521, which removes the cap on firearm background check fees. This change, effective immediately, allows the state to charge fees reasonably calculated to cover costs, potentially leading to significant price increases for firearm purchases, permits, and concealed carry licenses. Kirk highlights concerns that these increased fees, coupled with a projected state deficit, may be used to fund other programs like the 'Permit to Purchase' initiative (HB 1132), effectively pricing citizens out of their Second Amendment rights.
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