Congresswomen Jackie Speier (CA-14) and Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) introduced The Advancing Gun Safety Technology Act that would support private-sector commercialization of gun-safety technology by authorizing a $10 million pilot program.
Legislation introduced in Texas would allow unlicensed handgun owners to carry their weapons — openly or concealed — in public for up to a week in any area where a local, state or federal disaster is declared.
A proposed bill in the New York State Senate would mean that anyone wanting to buy a gun or renew their gun permit will be subject to a review of their internet history and social media accounts.
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo signed an executive order establishing a statewide "red flag" policy to help keep guns away from people "who pose a danger to themselves and others."