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VIDEO | “We Are Not Waiting To Do What’s Right” – Gov. Carney Signs 6 Gun-Related Bills
As he was surrounded by lawmakers, Cabinet members, Delaware community leaders and advocates, Governor Carney delivered a message Thursday as he signed six gun-related bills into law: “We have an obligation to do everything we can to prevent tragedies like we’ve seen around the county from happening here in Delaware. We are not waiting to…
Read MoreUpdate: More Gun Bills Advance In Del. General Assembly
The Delaware State Senate has given final legislative approval to three gun-related bills, following a push by Democratic leaders and Governor John Carney just a few weeks ago. Two other gun bills have also been approved and sent to the House for consideration. “Today was a victory for the vast majority of Delawareans who demanded…
Read MoreTwo Additional Gun-Related Bills Introduced In Del. General Assembly
Two additional gun-related bills have been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly, with just three weeks to go in this year’s session. One measure would amend the existing liability shield that protects gunmakers and gun dealers from civil action in Delaware, even if their conduct ‘knowingly or recklessly endangers the safety and health of Delawareans.’…
Read MoreDel. House Passes Bill That Restricts “Assault-Style” Weapons
The Delaware House of Representatives voted 22-19 Thursday in favor of legislation that would, according to its sponsors, effectively prohibit the buying, selling, and possession of assault-style weapons. Such weapons would be legally defined and would include the AK-47, AR-15, UZI and similar firearms. The legislation, House Bill 450, would “grandfather” existing weapons and protect…
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