New Mexico Lawmakers Revisit Proposals to Curb Gun Trafficking
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What happened
New Mexico lawmakers revisited legislative proposals aimed at curbing high rates of shootings and gun trafficking in the state. A previous bill, which did not pass, would have required firearm dealers to train employees to recognize trafficking signs, raise the minimum employment age at gun stores to 21, and keep detailed records of each sale. Everytown for Gun Safety stressed the need for retailers to be trained to recognize signs of trafficking, such as bulk purchases or "straw purchases".
From kunm.org
Why it matters
The proposals seek to regulate firearm sales and dealer operations within New Mexico. The previous bill failed after some lawmakers criticized a provision that would have banned the sale of certain types of firearms.
From kunm.org
Who's involved
- New MexicoState where the legislative action is taking place
- Javier MartínezHouse Speaker within the governmental structure of New Mexico
- Carrie HamblenState senator representing the political body of New Mexico