Gavin Newsom Signs New Bill Doxing California Gun Owners!!! AB 173

Published on September 30, 2021
Duration: 9:15

California's AB 173, signed by Gavin Newsom, allows the California Firearm Violence Research Center at UC Davis access to private gun owner information for research purposes. This includes name, address, and firearm details, raising significant privacy concerns and fears of data leaks, despite assurances of anonymization. The bill is seen by critics as a potential precursor to further gun control measures, leveraging potentially biased research data.

Quick Summary

California's AB 173, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, allows the California Firearm Violence Research Center at UC Davis to access private gun owner data for academic research. This includes personal details and firearm information, raising privacy concerns about potential leaks and misuse for future gun control legislation.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: AB 173 & Doxing Concerns
  2. 00:12Channel Sponsor: Route 66 Shooting
  3. 00:36Content Powered By: Firearms Policy Coalition
  4. 00:46AB 173: Private Information Access
  5. 01:48California's Firearm Purchase Records
  6. 02:15Existing California Firearm Registries
  7. 02:56AB 173: Gun Owner Information Details
  8. 03:16UC Davis & Other Research Institutions
  9. 03:57Protections for Gun Owner Information
  10. 04:48Concerns Over Data Release Procedures
  11. 05:54Potential for Data Skewing & Misuse
  12. 06:18Research Bias: Liberal Left Leaning Data
  13. 06:46Increased Likelihood of Data Leaks
  14. 07:19Privacy Rights vs. Second Amendment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California's AB 173 bill?

AB 173, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, establishes a process for the California Firearm Violence Research Center at UC Davis to access private gun owner information. This data is intended for academic policy research related to firearm violence.

What kind of information does AB 173 allow researchers to access?

The bill permits access to gun owner data including name, address, place of birth, phone number, occupation, gender, and details about their firearms such as make, model, and serial number. This information is for research purposes only.

Are there concerns about the privacy of gun owners under AB 173?

Yes, significant concerns exist regarding the privacy of gun owners. Critics fear that despite assurances of anonymization and restricted access, the data could be leaked or misused, potentially leading to further gun control measures based on biased research.

Who can receive gun owner information under AB 173?

The primary recipient is the California Firearm Violence Research Center at UC Davis. However, the Department of Justice may also provide information to other non-profit, bona fide research institutions accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, at their discretion.

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