President Biden issued a statement in support of law enforcement and gun control during National Police Week. Colorado Democrats are pushing for gun control bills that mirror policies in liberal states, but have not received much media coverage. The bills include banning 'assault weapons,' imposing an 11% tax on gun and ammunition sales, and increasing standards for concealed handgun training classes.
Key Points
President Biden supports law enforcement and gun control
Colorado Democrats are pushing for gun control bills similar to those in other liberal states
Proposed bills include banning 'assault weapons,' imposing an 11% tax on gun and ammunition sales, and increasing training standards for handgun classes
Concerns raised about the broad language of the bills and their potential impact on legal gun owners
Pros
Efforts to address gun violence and promote public safety
Democratic Party's initiatives to enact stricter gun control measures
Cons
Potential impact on law-abiding citizens' Second Amendment rights
Concerns about limiting access to firearms for self-defense