Wow, Gov Gavin Newsom Signs 20% Total 'Sin Tax' On Guns & Ammunition

Published on September 26, 2023
Duration: 5:54

This video features Colion Noir, an expert commentator, analyzing California Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of a bill imposing a significant 'sin tax' on firearms and ammunition. Noir argues this tax disproportionately affects lower and middle-income individuals, potentially creating a 'constructive ban' by making firearm ownership financially prohibitive. He also discusses the implications of revenue being used to fund gun control initiatives and the potential for such measures to influence national policy.

Quick Summary

California's new 'sin tax' on firearms and ammunition totals approximately 20-22%, combining an 11% state tax with the existing 10-11% federal excise tax. Expert Colion Noir argues this measure disproportionately burdens the middle class, acting as a 'constructive ban,' and that the revenue funds gun control programs, potentially serving as a national policy template.

Chapters

  1. 00:00CA Gun Tax Signing Announced
  2. 01:16Impact on Economic Classes
  3. 02:12Funding Gun Control Programs
  4. 03:47National Political Implications
  5. 05:35Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new 'sin tax' on guns and ammunition in California?

California has implemented an 11% tax on firearms and ammunition sales, which stacks on top of the existing 10-11% federal excise tax. This results in a total tax burden of approximately 20-22% for consumers.

Who does the new California gun tax primarily affect?

According to commentator Colion Noir, the tax disproportionately impacts the poor and middle class. He argues that a 20% tax increase, such as $100 on a $500 firearm, acts as a 'constructive ban' by making gun ownership financially prohibitive for many citizens.

Where does the revenue from California's new gun tax go?

The revenue generated from this new tax is specifically earmarked for 'gun safety' programs. Critics, like Colion Noir, suggest this forces gun owners to fund initiatives that may lead to further restrictions on their Second Amendment rights.

Could California's gun tax become a national policy?

Commentator Colion Noir suggests that California's stringent gun control measures, including this tax, could serve as a template for federal policy. He posits that politicians with national ambitions might attempt to implement similar taxes on a federal level.

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