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I sent out an email to the whole committee today... I urge others to be in contact..there is a public hearing next week I believe
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I urge you to oppose Section 10 of HB 5158. This is a backdoor attempt at long gun registration and with the 14 day waiting period on long gun sales it puts people's lives at stake who might need a firearm for protection, especially victims of domestic violence. It would also prevent the sale of long guns between friends and family members which in turn could make otherwise law-abiding people into "criminals". I lastly remind you the three states in the USA with the least per-capita violent crime are VT, NH, and Maine. All three of these states allow sales of handguns and long guns between friends and family without a waiting period, a permit, or Government approval. This will do nothing to ensure Public Safety, in fact it makes the public less safe, and I strongly urge to strike out this section. I thank you for your time and service to the people of Connecticut and have a great day.