Pima County residents are advocating for enforcement of new regulations requiring gun sellers to conduct background checks, a move intended to close longstanding loopholes. The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act mandates that “private sellers” obtain a Federal Firearms License if they meet certain criteria, aiming to prevent access to firearms by prohibited buyers, including felons and those with mental health issues.
As the first major test approaches with an upcoming gun show at the Pima County Fairgrounds, local officials, including Sheriff Nanos, express support for the rule change but call for transparency in its enforcement. The community seeks clarity on how effectively these regulations are being implemented; they are urging the Southwest Fairgrounds Commission to demonstrate compliance during the event.
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