The Many Ways Colorado Wants to Disarm Its Citizens

Published on March 1, 2024
Duration: 9:58

This video discusses multiple proposed and existing gun control measures in Colorado, highlighting concerns that the state is following a path similar to Washington's restrictive firearm laws. It details specific bills like HB 1292 (assault weapon ban), HB 1162 (firearm theft felony), and HB 1270 (mandatory insurance), along with broader legislative trends such as expanded red flag laws and ammunition background checks. The speaker expresses worry that these measures disproportionately affect lawful gun owners while failing to address actual crime.

Quick Summary

Colorado is facing a wave of proposed gun control legislation, including an assault weapon ban (HB 1292), stricter enforcement on FFLs via SB 24003, and measures like ammunition background checks and expanded red flag laws. Critics argue these bills target lawful citizens and follow a restrictive path similar to Washington state's laws.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Colorado's Gun Control Plans
  2. 00:51The Many Ways Colorado Wants to Disarm Citizens
  3. 01:21Mantis X10 Training System Mention
  4. 02:21Assault Weapon Ban (HB 1292) Discussion
  5. 02:59Colorado vs. Washington Gun Laws Comparison
  6. 04:02Governor Polis's Stance on Gun Control
  7. 04:28House Bill 1292: Assault Weapon Ban Details
  8. 05:53Concerns about Targeting Lawful Gun Owners
  9. 06:06House Bill 1162: Firearm Theft Felony
  10. 06:51Additional Disarmament Bills Coming
  11. 07:09Laundry List of Proposed Gun Control Measures
  12. 07:45Private Property Shooting Ban & Preemption Repeal
  13. 08:12Senate Bill 24003: CBI Enforcement Funding
  14. 08:36Statewide Gestapo Concerns
  15. 08:55Call to Action: Contact Legislators
  16. 09:05Resources: Rocky Mountain Gun Owners
  17. 09:19Get Involved in Colorado Politics
  18. 09:36Conclusion: Know the Law

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main gun control bills being proposed in Colorado?

Colorado is considering several gun control measures, including House Bill 1292 for an assault weapon ban, House Bill 1162 to make firearm theft a felony (which failed), and House Bill 1270 for mandatory insurance. Other proposals include a license to purchase, one-gun-per-month limits, ammunition background checks, and expanded red flag laws.

How is Colorado's government attempting to enforce new gun laws?

Senate Bill 24003 seeks to allocate $1.7 million to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation for new agents focused on enforcing gun laws on Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). This is viewed by some as creating a 'statewide gestapo' to monitor and potentially shut down FFLs.

What impact has the repeal of Colorado's preemption law had on gun control?

The repeal of Colorado's state preemption law has allowed local municipalities, counties, and even zoning commissions to enact their own gun control legislation. This fragmentation of authority is seen as another method of civilian disarmament, impacting where and how people can shoot.

What is the speaker's main concern regarding Colorado's legislative direction?

The primary concern is that Colorado is mirroring restrictive gun control policies seen in states like Washington, which disproportionately disarm lawful and responsible gun owners while failing to effectively address criminal activity. The speaker believes the state legislature is prioritizing disarmament over public safety.

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