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I would attack this from a totally different angle than the one they expect.
That would be to simply get them on record answering why firearm ownership, a right under the Bill of Rights, is predicated on whether you can afford to exercise that right. What have they against poor people in their districts who barely can afford their right now let alone these extraordinary fees which will deny them their basic right to self defense? What other Constitutional Rights would they require a fee to exercise?
Make no mention of anything else.
Well yeah. Questions the legislators need to considerGreat idea, but they don't have to address any of your points. Just listen.
I have a different line that I will bring up at the meeting, we'll see how that goes.
I understand they intend to hold a vote immediately after the public hearing. This will pass.
SUBJECT: Westchester BOL meeting of September 30, 2024
Dozens of gun owners took the time to attend the September 30, 2024 Westchester County Board of Legislators meeting, regarding the proposed clearly excessive fee increases for pistol licenses and services.
Many valid and constructive suggestions and comments were made by those in attendance. Many more were waiting to comment on the County’s WebEx electronic platform, but unfortunately it was not operating.
In view of the turnout and comments, the Board delayed any vote on the proposal and held it over to the Monday, October 7, 2024 meeting. At that time we hope that the proposal will be re-committed to the Legislation Committee for revision, and that gun owners will have input on any decisions.
Thanks to all who took the time to attend, and also those who tried to attend electronically, to affect the outcome of this proposal. Hopefully we will achieve a more fair and reasonable outcome for Westchester’s gun owners.
We will advise on the progress of the issue.
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