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Aloha State Leading the Way: Hawaii takes up universal background checks
Alo-HA! 
Hawaii Lawmakers to Take Up Background Check Bill Friday
Legislation to expand background checks for gun buyers fell by the wayside nationally today, but so far remains alive in Hawaii.
The US Senate voted 54-46 in favor of a bipartisan plan endorsed by President Obama to extend background checks to buyers at gun shows and internet sales. But because of a GOP-led filibuster, supporters needed to muster at least 60 votes for passage.
A bill in the Hawaii Legislature to require background checks for anyone registering a firearm has been approved in different forms by both the House and Senate, and is scheduled to go before a conference committee this week.
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Under Hawaii statutes, those registering a firearm purchased in the state are required to undergo the background checks, which include submitting fingerprints and being photographed. However, while those who purchase a firearm from outside of Hawaii still must register it with their island’s police department, they are not required to submit to the background scrutiny.
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The bill has strong support from the state’s police departments, prosecutors and attorney general. It is opposed by the National Rifle Association and numerous individuals.
Read More: http://bigislandnow.com/2013/04/17/hawaii-lawmakers-to-take-up-background-check-bill-friday/
Legislation to expand background checks for gun buyers fell by the wayside nationally today, but so far remains alive in Hawaii.
The US Senate voted 54-46 in favor of a bipartisan plan endorsed by President Obama to extend background checks to buyers at gun shows and internet sales. But because of a GOP-led filibuster, supporters needed to muster at least 60 votes for passage.
A bill in the Hawaii Legislature to require background checks for anyone registering a firearm has been approved in different forms by both the House and Senate, and is scheduled to go before a conference committee this week.
(snip)
Under Hawaii statutes, those registering a firearm purchased in the state are required to undergo the background checks, which include submitting fingerprints and being photographed. However, while those who purchase a firearm from outside of Hawaii still must register it with their island’s police department, they are not required to submit to the background scrutiny.
(snip)
The bill has strong support from the state’s police departments, prosecutors and attorney general. It is opposed by the National Rifle Association and numerous individuals.
Read More: http://bigislandnow.com/2013/04/17/hawaii-lawmakers-to-take-up-background-check-bill-friday/
Now, this bill has a ton of support in Hawaii. But, just in case you like visiting or would care to register your support, here's a few numbers and email addresses for the DEMOCRATS on the committee; let them know you appreciate their support of Senate Bill 69!
Senator Will Espero, Chair
808-586-6360
senespero@capitol.hawaii.gov
Senator David Ige, Co-Chair
808-586-6230
sendige@capitol.hawaii.gov
Senator Josh Green
808-586-9385
sengreen@capitol.hawaii.gov
Senator Gilbert Kahele
808-586-6760
senkahele@capitol.hawaii.gov
Senator Ronald Kouchi
808-586-6030
senkouchi@Capitol.hawaii.gov
Representative Henry Aquino, Co-Chair
808-586-6520
repaquino@capitol.hawaii.gov
Representative Kaniela Ing, Co-Chair
808-586-8525
reping@capitol.hawaii.gov
Representative Karl Rhoads, Co-Chair
808-586-6180
reprhoads@capitol.hawaii.gov
