Colorado Democrats Propose 11% Excise Tax on Guns and Ammunition

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Colorado Democrats are proposing an 11% excise tax on gun and ammunition sales along with California-style gun controls. Firearms instructor Ana Flanell is urging the public to rally against the tax. The proposal includes an 'assault weapons' ban targeting 9mm pistols with threaded barrels.

Key Points

  • 11% excise tax proposed on gun and ammunition sales.
  • Ban on 'assault weapons', including semiautomatic handguns with threaded barrels.
  • Additional gun control measures like new gun-free zones and concealed carry license requirements.

Pros

  • Proposed tax revenue can be used for public safety measures.
  • Stricter gun controls may reduce gun-related incidents.

Cons

  • Tax may burden law-abiding gun owners.
  • Potential restrictions on Second Amendment rights.