Senator Anthony J. Portantino
Governor Signs Portantino’s Historic Gun Safety Bill Regulating Gun Permits in California
September 26, 2023
In a pivotal move for public safety in California, Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed into law the robust and meticulously crafted Senate Bill 2, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino. This legislative piece is a beacon of change, tightening the reins on California's concealed gun permit laws and reflecting a responsive stance to the recent Supreme Court rulings on CCW permits.
Senate Bill 2 is a product of synergistic collaboration among Senator Portantino, Governor Newsom, and Attorney General Rob Bonta, spotlighting their shared commitment to responsible firearm ownership and usage within the state. It's a transformative stride, addressing the urgent call to prevent potential dangers to individuals and the broader community, ensuring that only responsible, law-abiding citizens can carry concealed weapons.
A standout provision of this law is establishing a minimum age of 21 for acquiring a CCW license, a crucial step to protect children and young adults from the devastating impacts of gun violence. Governor Newsom has been vocal about the effectiveness of stringent gun safety laws, highlighting how such legislations have successfully kept California’s gun death rate below the national average.
Beyond setting age requisites, SB 2 also enriches the framework around firearm handling and storage. It fortifies existing requirements around training and storage, emphasizing the importance of proper handling, loading, unloading, and secure storage of firearms. It demarcates sensitive public spaces as gun-free zones and guarantees a fair hearing before a superior court judge for those denied a CCW license, ensuring the upholding of due process protections.
Attorney General Bonta is a stalwart supporter of SB 2, acknowledging the intricate nexus between gun violence and public safety and vowing to ensure that dangerous individuals are unable to carry concealed guns in public spaces. His alignment with Senator Portantino and Governor Newsom has been pivotal in realizing the shared vision encapsulated in SB 2, a vision centered on safeguarding the residents of California.
This enactment has also received a round of applause from several advocacy groups. Brady, for instance, has emphasized how SB 2 significantly refines the concealed carry system, addressing looming risks to Californians. Similarly, Moms Demand Action has perceived this as a renewed pledge to combat gun violence in California, applauding the synergistic efforts of grassroots initiatives and legislative actions.
Senator Portantino's commitment to gun reform is steadfast, marked by previous accomplishments like empowering local governments to prohibit open carry and raising the firearm purchase age to 21. His ongoing legislative pursuits underscore a relentless focus on enhancing firearm storage and purchase safeguards, curbing unlicensed firearm sales, and introducing innovative measures to prevent school shootings and promote gun reform.
Senate Bill 2 is more than a piece of legislation; it symbolizes California’s unwavering resolve to enhance gun safety and protect its communities. It’s a celebration of the collaborative spirit of Senator Portantino, Governor Newsom, and Attorney General Bonta, who continue to forge ahead in their quest for a safer, more harmonious California. The spirit of cooperation and the ongoing dialogue around gun safety rekindle hope for lasting peace and security in our communities.
Senate Bill 2 is a product of synergistic collaboration among Senator Portantino, Governor Newsom, and Attorney General Rob Bonta, spotlighting their shared commitment to responsible firearm ownership and usage within the state. It's a transformative stride, addressing the urgent call to prevent potential dangers to individuals and the broader community, ensuring that only responsible, law-abiding citizens can carry concealed weapons.
A standout provision of this law is establishing a minimum age of 21 for acquiring a CCW license, a crucial step to protect children and young adults from the devastating impacts of gun violence. Governor Newsom has been vocal about the effectiveness of stringent gun safety laws, highlighting how such legislations have successfully kept California’s gun death rate below the national average.
Beyond setting age requisites, SB 2 also enriches the framework around firearm handling and storage. It fortifies existing requirements around training and storage, emphasizing the importance of proper handling, loading, unloading, and secure storage of firearms. It demarcates sensitive public spaces as gun-free zones and guarantees a fair hearing before a superior court judge for those denied a CCW license, ensuring the upholding of due process protections.
Attorney General Bonta is a stalwart supporter of SB 2, acknowledging the intricate nexus between gun violence and public safety and vowing to ensure that dangerous individuals are unable to carry concealed guns in public spaces. His alignment with Senator Portantino and Governor Newsom has been pivotal in realizing the shared vision encapsulated in SB 2, a vision centered on safeguarding the residents of California.
This enactment has also received a round of applause from several advocacy groups. Brady, for instance, has emphasized how SB 2 significantly refines the concealed carry system, addressing looming risks to Californians. Similarly, Moms Demand Action has perceived this as a renewed pledge to combat gun violence in California, applauding the synergistic efforts of grassroots initiatives and legislative actions.
Senator Portantino's commitment to gun reform is steadfast, marked by previous accomplishments like empowering local governments to prohibit open carry and raising the firearm purchase age to 21. His ongoing legislative pursuits underscore a relentless focus on enhancing firearm storage and purchase safeguards, curbing unlicensed firearm sales, and introducing innovative measures to prevent school shootings and promote gun reform.
Senate Bill 2 is more than a piece of legislation; it symbolizes California’s unwavering resolve to enhance gun safety and protect its communities. It’s a celebration of the collaborative spirit of Senator Portantino, Governor Newsom, and Attorney General Bonta, who continue to forge ahead in their quest for a safer, more harmonious California. The spirit of cooperation and the ongoing dialogue around gun safety rekindle hope for lasting peace and security in our communities.