Gun Laws in Washington State: The Good and the Bad

Bad

SB 5282 - This is your typical "slippery slope" kind of gun legislation.  Good intent probably, but it could go the wrong direction quickly.

HB 1588 - The uses the term "Universal Background Checks" which when used at the national level, has the understood meaning of "Gun Registry."  Needs to be watched carefully.

HB1012 - Recently pulled by the legislator that created it (Appleton), but expect it to come back in one form or another.  Greatly reduces your right to self defense.  This one is actually scary when considering how it could affect the security in your home.

HB 1703 - A tax on every individual aspect of owning and using firearms.  Would dramatically drive up the cost of being a firearm owner.  Needs active opposition on this site and/or with our public officials NOW.

Good

HOUSE BILL 1371 - Washington State's own Firearms Freedom Act of 2013.  Needs our support.

Extras

Citizens of Oak Harbor, Washington, respond to proposed, restrictive, gun laws at a city council.  Click here for the debate and public comment.  Click here for the discussion and vote.  Good to see people standing up to be heard, and good things happening.