Colorado Governor Signs New Gun Restrictions Into Law, Including Bump Stock Ban | The Epoch Times

Key Points of the Colorado Gun Control Bill

The bill, signed into law by Governor Jared Polis, mandates permits and safety training for purchasing specific firearms, including semi-automatic rifles and shotguns with detachable magazines. It also bans the sale and purchase of bump stocks. The law takes effect in 2026.

Reactions to the Legislation

• Supporters, such as Everytown for Gun Safety, praised it as "common sense" gun safety legislation.
• Opponents, including Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, described the bill as the "worst, most sweeping gun restriction in U.S. history" and are exploring legal options.
• Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and other Republicans criticized the law, calling on the Department of Justice to sue Colorado. They argue the law infringes on constitutional rights by making gun ownership a privilege rather than a right.

Legal Background and Context

The bill's bump stock ban comes after a 2024 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down a federal bump stock ban. Violators of the Colorado law face misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on the offense.