NEW TAX On The 2A & Liability Insurance?

Published on August 12, 2019
Duration: 7:43

This video, featuring an experienced speaker with 43 years of California residency, details proposed legislation in California that would impose an excise tax on firearms and ammunition, potentially funding gun violence prevention programs. It also discusses a San Jose proposal for mandatory liability insurance for gun owners. The speaker, a long-time supporter of the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC), urges viewers to engage politically to protect Second Amendment rights.

Quick Summary

California politicians are pushing for an excise tax on firearms and ammunition, and San Jose is considering mandatory liability insurance for gun owners. These measures aim to fund violence prevention programs but are criticized for burdening Second Amendment rights and impacting low-income individuals. The Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) is actively opposing these proposals.

Chapters

  1. 00:00California Gun Control Persistence
  2. 00:44Revival of Excise Tax
  3. 01:05AB-18 Background & Funding
  4. 02:08Excise Tax Details and Purpose
  5. 03:32Impact on Low-Income Gun Owners
  6. 04:36San Jose Liability Insurance Proposal
  7. 06:18Call to Action and FPC Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the proposed excise tax in California?

California is considering reviving an excise tax on firearms and ammunition. This tax would apply to every firearm purchase and ammunition, with funds potentially going to programs like CalVIP to address gun violence.

How might mandatory liability insurance affect gun owners in San Jose?

In San Jose, mandatory liability insurance could lead insurance companies to dictate specific firearm storage requirements for coverage, potentially restricting Second Amendment rights by circumventing legal precedents like Heller.

What is the role of the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) in these legislative battles?

The Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) is actively fighting against proposed legislation like the firearms excise tax (AB-18), deeming it unconstitutional and a burden on Second Amendment rights, particularly for low-income individuals.

Why is the proposed firearms excise tax controversial?

The tax is controversial because critics argue it unfairly burdens law-abiding gun owners, forcing them to fund programs that could further restrict their rights, and disproportionately affects those with lower incomes.

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