Credit goes to member sur+rifle for this alert;
This has been a back and fourth battle for a long time in New Jersey. If you live there, please contact your legislator ASAP. We need to hold this line in every state.
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http://www.gunreports.com/news/ammo...arms_494-1.html
50-Cals Under Attack in NJ
Author: GR Staff
June 18, 2008
Last week, the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee approved legislation that would ban the purchase, transfer, and inheritance of many popular hunting guns, historical American firearms, and large-bore target firearms, based on alleged public safety concerns.
Touted as a ban on .50 caliber and larger firearms, A2116 bans dozens of models of popular hunting guns, including traditional .50 muzzle loaders with synthetic stocks, fiber optic sights, or scopes in lieu of sights. The bill also bans many modern safari rifles and hunting handguns.
A2116 also bans hundreds of historical American firearms and replicas, including from the Civil War and Revolutionary War eras.
A2116 also outlaws the .50 BMG rifle, the purported target of the legislation.
Dozens of traditional muzzleloaders will be banned by A211, including: Buckskinner flintlock Carbine (.50), CVA Greywolf percussion (.50), Deer Hunter flintlock (blue) (.50), Pursuit XLT flintlock (camo) (.50), Stone Mountain Silver Eagle percussion carbine (.50), Thompson Center Black Mountain Magnum percussion (.50), and Traditions Panther percussion (.54).
Because A2116 redefines many hunting firearms as “destructive devices,” the legislation prevents the heirs of those who currently own these firearms from inheriting them as family heirlooms.
Modern Guns Banned by A2116 include these chamberings of hunting rifles: .50 Alaskan, .500 Nitro Express, .50 Beowolf, .50 Airgun, 14.5mm JDJ, and dozens of others.
Examples of banned handguns include the .50 Remington Single Shot RF, AMT Auto Mag, Bowen Classic Arms .500 Linebaugh Revolver, Guncrafter Industries M1, Magnum Research Desert Eagle, Smith & Wesson 500 Revolver, Taurus Raging Bull 500 Revolver, and the Thompson Center Encore .50 Single Shot, among others.
The bill now moves to the full Assembly for a vote before Tuesday, July 1.
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Press Release
GUSCIORA BILL TO BAN MILITARY-STYLE .50-CALIBER GUNS ADVANCES
By Gita Bajaj - June 12, 2008 - 6:31pm
Tags: Gusciora, A-2116, Military-Grade Weapons;,
Release Date: Jun 12 2008
Assembly Democrats News Release
GUSCIORA BILL TO BAN MILITARY-STYLE .50-CALIBER GUNS ADVANCES
Potentially Destructive Military-Grade Weapons Pose Security Threat to NJ
(TRENTON) - Legislation Assemblyman Reed Gusciora sponsored that would ban the sale of .50-caliber rifles - powerful battlefield-styled weapons that would be devastatingly lethal in the hands of terrorists - was released today from the Assembly Judiciary Committee.
If enacted, New Jersey would join California as the second state to ban the sale or possession of these weapons.
Gusciora said his measure (A-2116) gained increased significance after six men were charged in May 2007 with planning an assault on Fort Dix with the goal of "killing as many soldiers as possible," using military-grade weapons, like mortars, rocket-propelled grenades, and AK-47s.
"In a post-9/11 society, there is simply no reason for .50-caliber weapons to be available for civilian use," said Gusciora (D-Mercer). "With the continued rise in gang violence across the state and the fact that New Jersey possesses numerous chemical plants and rail yards vulnerable to attack by .50-caliber weapons, we have a serious responsibility to stop these inherently deadly weapons from falling into the wrong hands."
According to Gusciora, .50-caliber assault rifles are prized for their long-range accuracy capacity to disable or destroy parked aircraft, armored personnel carriers, rail tank cars, bulk fuel storage, and concrete bunkers in war zones.
The legislator said the measure would reduce the potential for such weapons falling into the hands of terrorists.
Currently, .50-caliber weapons are available for purchase at New Jersey gun shops by anyone who possesses proper identification and passes a simple background check. The weapon has a firing range of up to 2,000 yards and its ammunition is the largest round available in the civilian marketplace.
Variations of the ammunition with armor-piercing, incendiary, and explosive capabilities also are readily available for purchase.
The legislation would revise the definition of a "destructive device" to include weapons of .50-caliber or greater, making it unlawful to possess the powerful weapons. The current definition only applies to weapons .60-caliber or greater and explosive or incendiary devices.
The bill includes an exemption for antique firearms, antique handguns, and traditional muzzle loader rifles, as well as a "grandfather" provision to allow persons who already lawfully posses a firearm of .50-caliber or greater to continue to legally possess their large caliber weapon.
Gusciora said the assault-style weapons has no legitimate sporting purpose.
"Fifty-caliber guns are inappropriate and unnecessary for civilian use and sale," said Gusciora. "These are military weapons designed specifically for the battlefield. There is no justifiable reason they should be available in the open market. "
Under the measure, a person illegally possessing a .50-caliber weapon would be guilty of a third-degree crime punishable by a $15,000 fine and up to five years in prison.
The measure was released 5 to 1. It now heads to the Assembly Speaker who will decide if and when to post it for a floor vote.
This has been a back and fourth battle for a long time in New Jersey. If you live there, please contact your legislator ASAP. We need to hold this line in every state.
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http://www.gunreports.com/news/ammo...arms_494-1.html
50-Cals Under Attack in NJ
Author: GR Staff
June 18, 2008
Last week, the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee approved legislation that would ban the purchase, transfer, and inheritance of many popular hunting guns, historical American firearms, and large-bore target firearms, based on alleged public safety concerns.
Touted as a ban on .50 caliber and larger firearms, A2116 bans dozens of models of popular hunting guns, including traditional .50 muzzle loaders with synthetic stocks, fiber optic sights, or scopes in lieu of sights. The bill also bans many modern safari rifles and hunting handguns.
A2116 also bans hundreds of historical American firearms and replicas, including from the Civil War and Revolutionary War eras.
A2116 also outlaws the .50 BMG rifle, the purported target of the legislation.
Dozens of traditional muzzleloaders will be banned by A211, including: Buckskinner flintlock Carbine (.50), CVA Greywolf percussion (.50), Deer Hunter flintlock (blue) (.50), Pursuit XLT flintlock (camo) (.50), Stone Mountain Silver Eagle percussion carbine (.50), Thompson Center Black Mountain Magnum percussion (.50), and Traditions Panther percussion (.54).
Because A2116 redefines many hunting firearms as “destructive devices,” the legislation prevents the heirs of those who currently own these firearms from inheriting them as family heirlooms.
Modern Guns Banned by A2116 include these chamberings of hunting rifles: .50 Alaskan, .500 Nitro Express, .50 Beowolf, .50 Airgun, 14.5mm JDJ, and dozens of others.
Examples of banned handguns include the .50 Remington Single Shot RF, AMT Auto Mag, Bowen Classic Arms .500 Linebaugh Revolver, Guncrafter Industries M1, Magnum Research Desert Eagle, Smith & Wesson 500 Revolver, Taurus Raging Bull 500 Revolver, and the Thompson Center Encore .50 Single Shot, among others.
The bill now moves to the full Assembly for a vote before Tuesday, July 1.
----------------------------------------------------------
Press Release
GUSCIORA BILL TO BAN MILITARY-STYLE .50-CALIBER GUNS ADVANCES
By Gita Bajaj - June 12, 2008 - 6:31pm
Tags: Gusciora, A-2116, Military-Grade Weapons;,
Release Date: Jun 12 2008
Assembly Democrats News Release
GUSCIORA BILL TO BAN MILITARY-STYLE .50-CALIBER GUNS ADVANCES
Potentially Destructive Military-Grade Weapons Pose Security Threat to NJ
(TRENTON) - Legislation Assemblyman Reed Gusciora sponsored that would ban the sale of .50-caliber rifles - powerful battlefield-styled weapons that would be devastatingly lethal in the hands of terrorists - was released today from the Assembly Judiciary Committee.
If enacted, New Jersey would join California as the second state to ban the sale or possession of these weapons.
Gusciora said his measure (A-2116) gained increased significance after six men were charged in May 2007 with planning an assault on Fort Dix with the goal of "killing as many soldiers as possible," using military-grade weapons, like mortars, rocket-propelled grenades, and AK-47s.
"In a post-9/11 society, there is simply no reason for .50-caliber weapons to be available for civilian use," said Gusciora (D-Mercer). "With the continued rise in gang violence across the state and the fact that New Jersey possesses numerous chemical plants and rail yards vulnerable to attack by .50-caliber weapons, we have a serious responsibility to stop these inherently deadly weapons from falling into the wrong hands."
According to Gusciora, .50-caliber assault rifles are prized for their long-range accuracy capacity to disable or destroy parked aircraft, armored personnel carriers, rail tank cars, bulk fuel storage, and concrete bunkers in war zones.
The legislator said the measure would reduce the potential for such weapons falling into the hands of terrorists.
Currently, .50-caliber weapons are available for purchase at New Jersey gun shops by anyone who possesses proper identification and passes a simple background check. The weapon has a firing range of up to 2,000 yards and its ammunition is the largest round available in the civilian marketplace.
Variations of the ammunition with armor-piercing, incendiary, and explosive capabilities also are readily available for purchase.
The legislation would revise the definition of a "destructive device" to include weapons of .50-caliber or greater, making it unlawful to possess the powerful weapons. The current definition only applies to weapons .60-caliber or greater and explosive or incendiary devices.
The bill includes an exemption for antique firearms, antique handguns, and traditional muzzle loader rifles, as well as a "grandfather" provision to allow persons who already lawfully posses a firearm of .50-caliber or greater to continue to legally possess their large caliber weapon.
Gusciora said the assault-style weapons has no legitimate sporting purpose.
"Fifty-caliber guns are inappropriate and unnecessary for civilian use and sale," said Gusciora. "These are military weapons designed specifically for the battlefield. There is no justifiable reason they should be available in the open market. "
Under the measure, a person illegally possessing a .50-caliber weapon would be guilty of a third-degree crime punishable by a $15,000 fine and up to five years in prison.
The measure was released 5 to 1. It now heads to the Assembly Speaker who will decide if and when to post it for a floor vote.
