What Massachusetts Pro-Gun Representatives Voted For Red Flag Bill

This video details the Massachusetts House of Representatives' vote on an Extreme Risk Protection Order bill, commonly known as a 'Red Flag' bill. The speaker, a vocal advocate for Second Amendment rights, analyzes the voting records of representatives, particularly those with high ratings from the Gun Owners Action League (GOAL), highlighting instances where representatives voted in favor of the bill despite their pro-gun endorsements. The content emphasizes the unconstitutionality and lack of due process associated with such legislation and urges viewers to hold their representatives accountable.

Quick Summary

The Massachusetts House of Representatives voted on an Extreme Risk Protection Order bill, commonly known as a Red Flag bill, with 139 yeas and 14 nays. Critics argue these laws are unconstitutional and violate due process, even when supported by representatives who are otherwise endorsed as pro-Second Amendment.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Live Setup
  2. 00:16Importance of Massachusetts Gun Bill
  3. 00:39Red Flag Bills & Due Process
  4. 01:05GOAL Candidate Ratings Explained
  5. 02:01100% Rated Reps Voting Yes
  6. 02:39Massachusetts House Vote Breakdown
  7. 04:16Specific Representative Votes (Whelan, Vieira, Bartow)
  8. 04:55Representative Sean O'Connell Votes No
  9. 05:21Representative Steven Howitt Votes Yes
  10. 06:08Democrat Robert Couch Votes Yes
  11. 06:16Keiko O'Malley & Bump Stock Ban
  12. 07:23Representative James Kelcourse Votes Yes
  13. 07:30Representative Lenny Mirra Votes Yes
  14. 07:42Democrat Paul Tucker Votes Yes
  15. 07:53Representative Donald Wong Votes Yes
  16. 07:59Representative James Lyons Jr. Votes Yes
  17. 08:08Democrat Stephen Kolok Votes Yes
  18. 08:21Independent Susannah Whipps Votes No
  19. 08:42Republican Todd Smola Votes Yes
  20. 08:50Republican Nick Boldiga Votes Yes
  21. 09:01Democrat John Velis Votes Yes
  22. 09:07Democrat Angelo Puppolo Jr. Votes Yes
  23. 09:19Representative Sheila Harrington Votes Yes
  24. 09:26Democrat Kate Hogan Votes Yes
  25. 09:34Republican Mark Lombardo Votes Yes
  26. 10:21Democrat Colleen Garry Votes No
  27. 10:36Republican Shaun Dooley Votes Yes
  28. 10:46Republican Matthew Muratore Votes Yes
  29. 10:58Republican David Vieira Votes No
  30. 11:14Jeff Diehl Votes No
  31. 11:34Republican Angelo Puppolo Votes Yes
  32. 11:50Republican Kimberly Ferguson Votes Yes
  33. 11:59Democrat Jonathan Zlotnick Votes No
  34. 12:22Republican Donald Berthiaume Jr. Votes No
  35. 12:28Republican Peter Duran Votes No
  36. 12:31Republican Paul Frost Votes No
  37. 12:42Kevin Curos Votes No
  38. 13:07Dave Meridian Jr. Votes No
  39. 13:12Democrat Brian Murray Votes Yes
  40. 13:26Joe McKenna Votes No
  41. 13:45Keith Campanale Votes No
  42. 13:57Representative Gifford Votes No
  43. 14:04Summary of No Votes
  44. 14:22Broader Implications of the Bill
  45. 14:27Previous Video on Red Flag Bills
  46. 14:45Call to Action & Support
  47. 15:37Viewer Support & Donations
  48. 16:41Senate Vote & Governor's Action
  49. 17:21Michael Bloomberg's Funding
  50. 17:53YouTube Subscriber Giveaway
  51. 18:14Final Call to Action & Safety

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of a Red Flag bill?

A Red Flag bill, or Extreme Risk Protection Order, is legislation that allows for the temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed by a court to be a danger to themselves or others. Critics argue these laws can be unconstitutional and infringe upon due process rights.

How did Massachusetts representatives vote on the Red Flag bill?

In the Massachusetts House of Representatives, the Red Flag bill passed with 139 yeas and 14 nays. The video details the votes of specific representatives, including many who are endorsed by pro-gun organizations but voted in favor of the bill.

What is GOAL's role in Massachusetts gun politics?

The Gun Owners Action League (GOAL) is a Second Amendment advocacy group in Massachusetts that rates political candidates based on their stance and voting record concerning gun rights. They use a letter grade system from A to F, with A+ indicating a strong commitment to protecting the Second Amendment.

Are Red Flag laws considered constitutional?

The constitutionality of Red Flag laws is a contentious issue. Critics, like the speaker in this video, argue that they violate due process rights by allowing for firearm confiscation without sufficient legal safeguards or prior adjudication of rights.

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