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Massachusetts: Gov. Healey Forces Gun Control Law Into Effect

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Massachusetts: Gov. Healey Forces Gun Control Law Into Effect

Governor Maura Healey, one of the nation's most extreme anti-gun politicians, has forced H. 4885 into law. Using an "emergency preamble," Governor Healey's actions have expedited the implementation of one of the most extreme gun control laws in the country, effective today, October 2, 2024. This procedural move circumvents any opportunity for citizens to utilize the referendum process and puts gun owners and sportsmen at risk as many facets of the law lack the systems and guidance in place. This move is purely political; however, it provides the opportunity to expedite the impending legal challenges that NRA is actively working on. 

Randy Kozuch, Executive Director of Executive Director of the NRA Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA), released the following statement:

"With the swipe of a pen, Governor Healey has shamelessly circumvented Massachusetts' political process and expedited the effective date of her radical gun control law in the Commonwealth. This extreme law will not go unchecked, and the NRA will be launching a challenge to restore the rights guaranteed to Bay Staters by the U.S. Constitution.”

To learn more about H. 4885 and the legal dangers it presents to law-abiding gun owners, click HERE. 

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