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House approves stricter rules for gun shows after extensive amendments and debate
Summary
Lawmakers approved a bill requiring promoters to submit security plans, obtain insurance, require background checks via licensed dealers and set vendor certification standards; the measure drew extensive amendments and discussion over local control and enforceability.
The House passed House Bill 12-38 on March 7, a package of new requirements for gun-show promoters and vendors that includes security plans, liability insurance, video surveillance and vendor certification rules intended to tighten safety and accountability at exhibitions where firearms are bought and sold.
Rep. David Camacho, the bill’s sponsor, said the measure is not intended to restrict lawful gun ownership but to reduce theft, unauthorized transfers and safety risks at events. The bill requires promoters to prepare and submit a security plan to local law enforcement, to maintain liability insurance, to verify compliance with the three-day waiting period for firearm transfers and to ensure vendors—many of whom must be federally licensed—conduct required…
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