As New Jersey advances a Democratic package of proposed gun restrictions, a notable split arises among legislative Republicans. While some GOP members echo traditional party lines advocating for looser gun laws, others, like Assemblywomen Michele Matsikoudis and Nancy Munoz, are proposing new restrictions targeting illegally manufactured firearms, asserting these measures align with public safety goals.
Assemblyman Bob Auth counters that many of the Democrats’ bills simply replicate existing laws and contribute to an already dense framework of gun regulations. This disagreement not only highlights differing perspectives within the Republican party but also raises questions about the future of gun legislation in a state with a history of strict firearm controls.
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