The New Mexico House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at expanding the state’s red flag gun law, with a vote tally of 41-27. This approval signifies an important step in enhancing measures designed to prevent individuals deemed a risk from accessing firearms, five years after the original law was enacted.
House Bill 12 will now advance to the state Senate, where lawmakers will further debate its provisions. The discussion in the House featured expert testimony from State Police officials, underlining the potential impact of the law on public safety and gun violence prevention efforts in New Mexico.
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