Videos tagged with State Preemption Law

This video explains Minnesota's state preemption law, which grants the state legislature exclusive jurisdiction over firearm regulations, rendering municipal ordinances void. It highlights that St. Paul's new gun ordinance, attempting to ban assault weapons and restrict firearms in sensitive places, is likely unenforceable and will lead to costly legal battles for taxpayers. The video emphasizes that such local ordinances are often expensive 'virtue signals' that are ultimately defeated by preemption laws.

This video discusses Washington Senate Bill 5098, which proposes expanding gun-free zones to include park facilities where children are likely to be present and state or local public buildings. The bill amends RCW 9.41.300 and potentially undermines state preemption laws (RCW 9.41.29). The speaker, William Kirk of Washington Gun Law TV, expresses concern that these measures could leave citizens, particularly parents, unable to defend themselves and their children in public spaces.

This video details a legal battle in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, where a man was denied permits to open a gun and pawn shop. The town's zoning board and city council cited resident concerns and the town's 'tolerant' image as reasons for denial, despite state preemption laws generally forbidding local bans on gun shops. A judge ultimately dismissed the case, advising the applicant to reapply, though the town's stance remains clear.

This video, presented by William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, details the critical importance of State Preemption Laws in the United States. Kirk explains that these laws prevent local governments from enacting their own gun regulations, thereby creating uniform firearm laws across a state. He highlights that groups advocating for civilian disarmament are increasingly targeting these preemption laws, aiming to create a complex patchwork of local restrictions. The video serves as an expert analysis of this legislative battleground and urges viewers to stay informed about potential threats to preemption laws in their states, using Washington's HB 1178 as a specific example.

William Kirk of Washington Gun Law discusses three potential legislative threats to Second Amendment rights in Washington state for the upcoming 2023 session. These include a ban on semi-automatic rifles, the implementation of pre-purchase licensing and a state gun registry, and the abolition of state preemption laws. The video also promotes a toy drive for the Forgotten Children's Fund at Securite Gun Club in Woodinville, WA. Links to related videos on specific issues and social media are provided.

This video provides an urgent update on two proposed Washington state firearm bills, HB 1705 and HB 1630, with public hearings scheduled for February 21, 2022. HB 1705 aims to ban untraceable firearms and 80% lowers, while HB 1630, despite its stated purpose of limiting firearms at school board meetings, is seen as an attempt to erode state preemption laws. The video encourages viewers to act and learn more about these bills, providing links to watch the hearing, comment on the legislation, and contact their legislators.

In Washington State, RCW 9.41.290 establishes state preemption over firearms regulation, meaning cities and municipalities cannot enact their own gun laws that are more restrictive than state law. While municipalities can regulate zoning for firearms businesses and restrict firearms in specific locations authorized by RCW 9.41.300, they cannot create additional prohibitions on possession, purchase, or transfer. Past attempts by cities to impose stricter regulations have been struck down by courts, reinforcing the strength of state preemption.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio discusses a legal victory for the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) in Seattle regarding a "gun violence tax." Journalist Dave Workman details how the city's tax was intended to drive gun stores out of business and circumvent state preemption laws. The lawsuit, Workman v. City of Seattle, successfully compelled the city to release tax revenue data, revealing significantly lower collection than projected. The discussion highlights the importance of public access to information and the potential for dangerous legal precedents.