Post by Tim on Mar 13, 2013 21:59:37 GMT -8
In a unexpected, and highly controversial, move today by Washington State's legislative branch has left it's citizens both stunned and emotionally volatile. An almost unknown bill, nicknamed the "Cafe Racer" bill, inspired by cafe shootings in May 2012, has been put into law. It has enacted a number of changes in RCW Chapter 9.41. To sum up these changes it has 1) Effectively made all gun sales within Washington state borders unlawful 2) Made acquiring new licensees and permits impossible 3) Banned the sale of ammunition 4) Voided all concealed permits 5) Redefined all legal weapons in the possession of WA residents as of 3/13/2013 to"Grandfathered" "Collectors Items" 6) Made carrying a firearm, loaded or unloaded, with or without permits a criminal action punishable by seizure and possible fine or jail time.
The sleeper bill was introduced by Dean Kideve (D. District 43). The bill appeared to be a political gesture and reminder to the shootings with no likelihood of passing. Moments after passage protests began at city halls throughout Washington state. No comment was made by anyone of the Senate or House about its passage. Jay Inslee was reported to have vetoed the bill but in an emergency meeting was overruled.
The sleeper bill was introduced by Dean Kideve (D. District 43). The bill appeared to be a political gesture and reminder to the shootings with no likelihood of passing. Moments after passage protests began at city halls throughout Washington state. No comment was made by anyone of the Senate or House about its passage. Jay Inslee was reported to have vetoed the bill but in an emergency meeting was overruled.