Assault weapon ban in Hawaii heads to senate floor

Hawaiʻi could become the 11th state to ban the purchase of assault rifles

A measure that would ban the purchase of assault rifles is heading to a final vote in the state Legislature. If it passes, Hawaiʻi would become the 11th state to adopt this type of ban.

Assault weapon ban in Hawaii heads to senate floor

By Jeremiah Estrada Click here for updates on this story     HONOLULU (KITV) — A state conference committee advanced the assault weapon ban which will make its way to the senate floor. A lobbying group called Moms Demand Action continues to advocate for SB 401, fighting for stricter gun laws. “Today, we are one step closer to protecting our islands from weapons that have turned far too many communities into war zones,” said Erica Yamauchi, a vol…