Maine’s legislative debate intensifies as Democratic Senator Anne Carney pushes for tighter regulations on machine guns, seeking to redefine what constitutes such a weapon. Her proposal, LD 677, addresses the increasing use of devices like bump stocks on semi-automatic firearms, emphasizing the need for updated regulations in light of evolving technologies.
In contrast, Republican lawmakers champion efforts to restore gun rights to nonviolent offenders, with Representative Chad Perkins introducing a bill that could allow individuals with certain felony convictions to regain these rights after a ten-year waiting period. The divergence in these proposals highlights a deeper ideological divide over gun control and civil rights restoration in the state, stirring strong reactions on both sides of the aisle.
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