Oregon Senate Republicans are voicing strong opposition to newly proposed amendments to Senate Bill 243, asserting that the bill, which seeks to implement various gun restrictions, primarily targets responsible gun owners without addressing the underlying issues contributing to gun-related deaths. The bill includes measures such as a 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases and a ban on bump stocks and semi-automatic weapon purchases for individuals under 21 years old.
Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham emphasizes that most gun deaths in Oregon stem from suicides rather than homicides, urging a focus on mental health and crime prevention instead of “ineffective restrictions.” This argument is echoed by other GOP leaders who argue that late amendments, made without public scrutiny, disrespect Oregonians and divert attention from critical issues within the state’s mental health crisis.
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