Governor Rauner signs 2 Anti-Gun Bills, the What and Why about it.
On July 16th Illinois Governor Rauner signed 2 bills which will have an effect on the gun rights of law abiding gun owners in Illinois. This article will explain how these bills affect your rights, when they go into affect and provide possible reasons as to why Rauner signed these bills.
Gov. Rauner Amends HB1468 and the Internet Goes Crazy
Governor Rauner applied his “Amendatory Veto” Powers to HB1468, which made several changes to the original bill; and then the Internet went crazy!
Gov. Rauner Vetoes Gun Dealer Licensing, SB 1657
Governor Rauner has vetoed the redundant and over-bearing Gun Dealer Licensing Bill. SB1657 may be over ridden however several votes in the house and senate would have to change to achieve the super majority required to over-ride the veto.
The Foid Card Mental Disability bill has Passed Both Houses – Governor Rauner is Next
The Illinois Foid Card Metal Disability Bill (SB2213) passed the Illinois Senate unanimously (53 yeas, 0 naes) on April 22nd. …