Pittsburgh Gun Laws Up for Final Vote; Lawsuits Expected
The Pittsburgh City Council is scheduled to take a final vote on a package of gun laws introduced after last year’s congregation massacre.
The legislation would place restrictions on military-style assault weapons like the AR-15 rifle that authorities say was used in the Oct. 27 rampage at the congregation that killed 11 Jews and wounded seven. It would also ban most uses of armor-piercing ammunition and high-capacity magazines, and allow the temporary seizure of guns from people who are determined to be a danger to themselves or others.
The council gave its tentative approve last week. A final vote is scheduled for Tuesday.
Pennsylvania State law forbids municipalities from regulating guns, and pro-gun advocates say they’ll sue to block the laws from taking effect.
To Read The Full Story
Are you already a subscriber?
Click "Sign In" to log in!
Become a Web Subscriber
Click “Subscribe” below to begin the process of becoming a new subscriber.
Become a Print + Web Subscriber
Click “Subscribe” below to begin the process of becoming a new subscriber.
Renew Print + Web Subscription
Click “Renew Subscription” below to begin the process of renewing your subscription.
