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Media Release: Common-Sense Gun Measures Gain Legislative Approval as General Assembly Ends Session

DENVER, MAY 9, 2024 —Eight new common-sense gun violence prevention measures were passed in the 2024 Colorado Legislative session, which ended late Wednesday, Colorado Ceasefire announced today. A measure to require merchant category codes has already been signed into law by Governor Jared Polis, and Ceasefire looks forward to bill signings on the others within

2024 Legislative Agenda Status Update

2024 Colorado and Federal Firearm Bills Last Updated: May 9, 2024 Colorado Gun Violence Reform Proposals Signed into Law SB24-066 Firearms Merchant Category Code – Strongly Support; Status: Passed Senate 3rd reading 2/21 with vote of 22-11. Passed House 3rd reading on 4/8 with 38-21 vote.  Governor signed into law 5/1.  (Sen. Tom Sullivan and Reps.

Assault Weapons Ruling in CA, Implications & Reflections for Colorado

In a recent and striking legal development, U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez of San Diego once again overturned California’s decades-old ban on assault weapons. This decision carries significant implications for not only California but also for the broader discussion surrounding gun rights and gun control policies, including those in the State of Colorado. Judge Benitez’s

Understanding the Complex Landscape of Gun Violence and Its Political Implications

Gun violence is a pervasive issue that affects communities across the United States. The horrific realities of school and hate-motivated shootings, coupled with daily occurrences of gun violence, underscore the urgency of addressing this crisis. It is no surprise that Americans rank gun violence as a top concern for Congress. To combat gun violence, we