Committee hears competing views on bill to expand firearm safety training for purchasers
SB 948 would expand California's Firearm Safety Certificate requirements and require new residents to obtain a certificate within 60 days; supporters cited child‑safety data and training benefits, while gun‑rights groups warned of cost and constitutional obstacles.
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Sen. Adeguine presented SB 948 to strengthen the Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) process by requiring meaningful training including live‑fire range time and by requiring new California residents to register firearms and obtain an FSC within 60 days.
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