Murphy, Blumenthal announce bipartisan agreement on gun violence

Jun 13, 2022 View Original Article
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"This includes checks with state databases and local law enforcement."
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"U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy said on Twitter that this is the first ever federal law against gun trafficking and straw purchasing."
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"But it's real, meaningful progress, Murphy tweeted, adding it breaks a decades-long log jam and shows Democrats and Republicans can work together in a way that truly saves lives."
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"Our plan will help ensure dangerous individuals who are a threat to themselves and others can't purchase weapons, provide increased mental health resources, an improve student support and safety, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal tweeted."
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-6% Liberal
"Murphy called it a breakthrough agreement on gun violence, saying it was the first one in 30 years."
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-10% Liberal
"Murphy said the proposal will close the 'boyfriend loophole', so that no domestic abuser -- a spouse OR a serious dating partner -- can buy a gun if they are convicted of abuse against their partner.Most importantly, our plan saves lives while also protecting the constitutional rights of law-abiding Americans, the legislative group said in a statement."
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55% : This includes checks with state databases and local law enforcement.

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