Sacramento has completely lost its mind

Published on May 12, 2020
Duration: 5:07

This video critiques California's Assembly Bill 847, which introduces microstamping technology for firearms. The speaker argues that the bill is unrelated to COVID-19 recovery, despite legislative claims. It highlights concerns about the reliability of microstamping and its potential to ban older, proven firearm models in favor of newer ones that meet the microstamping requirement, likening it to an environmental policy that removes established species for newer ones.

Quick Summary

California's Assembly Bill 847 mandates microstamping technology on firearms, a measure criticized for having no relation to COVID-19 recovery. Critics argue the bill's provisions, including the potential removal of older firearm models, constitute a 'gun grab' and raise concerns about the technology's reliability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Sacramento's Actions
  2. 00:11Legislative Priorities and COVID-19
  3. 01:01Capital Access and Lobbyist Rules
  4. 02:12Assembly Bill 847 Explained
  5. 02:38Microstamping Technology
  6. 02:53AB 847's Unique Twist
  7. 03:31Analogy: Condors and Trucks
  8. 04:34Call to Action: Contact Assembly
  9. 04:54Conclusion: Sacramento's Policies

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California Assembly Bill 847?

California Assembly Bill 847 is a proposed law that mandates the implementation of microstamping technology on firearms. This technology aims to imprint unique identifiers on spent casings to aid in crime scene investigations, though its effectiveness and implications for firearm owners are debated.

What are the main criticisms of Assembly Bill 847?

Critics argue that AB 847 is unrelated to the stated legislative priorities of COVID-19 recovery. Concerns also include the reliability of microstamping technology and the bill's provision to potentially remove older, proven firearm models from approved lists, which is seen as a 'gun grab'.

How does microstamping work according to the video?

Microstamping involves engraving a unique set of digits onto the firing pin of a firearm. When the firearm is discharged, this engraving is transferred to the primer or casing of the fired cartridge, theoretically allowing investigators to trace the casing back to a specific firearm.

What is the 'unique twist' in Assembly Bill 847?

The 'unique twist' refers to a provision in AB 847 where the assembly can choose three older firearm models to be removed from the list of approved firearms for every new microstamped firearm that gets approved. This could lead to the phasing out of many existing firearm models.

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