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Published on January 13, 2024
Duration: 9:02

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced a new legislative package aimed at gun control, including bans on assault weapons, raising the minimum age to possess a firearm to 21, and extending waiting periods for gun purchases. These proposals mirror legislation that failed in the previous session, with proponents citing increased 'momentum around public safety' due to rising crime. Critics argue these measures unfairly target law-abiding citizens and fail to address the root causes of violence.

Quick Summary

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is pushing new gun control legislation, including an assault weapons ban, raising the gun possession age to 21, and extending waiting periods to 14 days. These proposals mirror failed bills from last session, with proponents citing 'public safety momentum' while critics argue they target law-abiding citizens.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Context
  2. 00:32New Mexico Gun Rights Legislation Announced
  3. 00:47Governor's Previous Edict & 'Contagious Disease' Rhetoric
  4. 01:02Restraining Legal Rights Empowers Criminals
  5. 01:14Addressing Concerns on Court Decisions (Heller, Bruin)
  6. 01:36SCOTUS & Circuit Court Trends
  7. 01:59New Mexico Governor Unveils Gun Bills
  8. 02:08Farthest Extremes of Gun Control Proposed
  9. 02:22Constitutional Rights vs. Waiting Periods
  10. 02:31Specific Bills: Assault Weapons, Age, Waiting Period
  11. 02:42Left's 'Wet Dream Checklist' of Gun Control
  12. 02:52Bernalillo County Edict Failure & 'Contagious Disease' Claim
  13. 03:02Failed Legislation from Last Session Revived
  14. 03:09Same Sponsors, Same Bills, New Momentum
  15. 03:28Governor's Spokeswoman on 'Momentum'
  16. 03:43Failing Job Creates 'Momentum' for Infringement
  17. 03:56Bernalillo County 'Meaningful Results' Mocked
  18. 04:05Plagiarized Assault Weapons Ban Language
  19. 04:19Governor's Interest in GO SAFE Act Language
  20. 04:31Federal Legislation as State Trial Balloon
  21. 04:42Call to Action for New Mexico Residents
  22. 04:50Republican Response to Gun Bills
  23. 05:00Focus on Criminals vs. Law-Abiding Citizens
  24. 05:17Using Plagiarism and Failed Momentum
  25. 05:27National Implications if Bills Pass
  26. 05:36Conclusion & Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What new gun control measures is New Mexico's governor proposing?

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced support for several bills, including a statewide ban on assault weapons, raising the minimum age to possess a gun from 18 to 21, and extending the waiting period for firearm purchases from 3 to 14 days.

Why does the governor's office claim there's 'momentum' for these gun control bills?

The governor's office cites increased public demand for action on public safety and perceived 'meaningful results' from recent efforts in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, despite criticism that these efforts were ineffective.

Are these gun control proposals new for New Mexico?

No, at least three of the initiatives announced by the governor are reflected in legislation that failed to pass in the previous legislative session, indicating a revival of previously unsuccessful proposals.

What is the Republican response to New Mexico's proposed gun control measures?

Republican Senator Greg Baca stated that the governor's proposals are 'anti-Second Amendment measures' that unfairly target law-abiding citizens. He argued that focusing on criminals and enforcing existing laws would be more effective for community safety.

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