A contentious gun bill in Connecticut proposes to increase the maximum magazine capacity for firearms from 10 to 15 rounds, a change that would unwind restrictions set following the tragic Sandy Hook shooting in 2012. The Public Safety Committee narrowly endorsed the bill with a 15-14 vote, despite strong opposition from most Democrats, who argue that such measures are vital for preventing mass shootings.
Supporters, including some committee members and gun rights advocates, claim the adjustment would ease firearm use for legal owners, particularly in sports shooting contexts. However, critics, like Newtown Action Alliance chairwoman Po Murray, describe the bill as a “slap in the face” to those affected by gun violence, emphasizing that higher capacity magazines have been linked to increased lethality in mass shootings. The bill faces significant hurdles ahead in the Democratic-controlled General Assembly, raising questions about its future viability.
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