4 bills up for vote tomorrow

[Spirit of 76]

https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs...hoice=suppress

Under each legislator's photo is an e-mail symbol one can click, but one is directed to an e-mail form, not an actual link for the representative's e-mail address.

[Spirit of 76]

PA House Judiciary Committee meeting link:

https://www.youtube.com/live/NT9VqGPilTk?feature=share

It says the meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M.

[oldengineer]

They got those bills out pretty early in the session. I hope that means that the bills for eliminating the State Stores, property tax relief, and reducing the number of the 500 school districts will make it out. I see them on the agenda every year.

[Spirit of 76]

HB 1018 (Extreme Risk Protection Orders)

(b) Evidence of risk.--The court or hearing officer may consider all relevant evidence, but in no case shall an order be issued under this chapter absent a demonstration of risk due to behaviors or events occurring in the preceding 12 months.

(c) Factors.--In determining whether grounds exist to issue an extreme risk protection order, the court or hearing officer shall consider evidence of the following and the recency of any behaviors or events:
(1) Suicide threats or attempts.
(2) Threats or acts of violence or attempted acts of violence.
(3) Domestic abuse, including any violation of a protection from abuse order, under 23 Pa.C.S. Ch. 61 (relating to protection from abuse) or a similar law in another state.
(4) Cruelty to animals under 18 Pa.C.S. Ch. 55 Subch. B (relating to cruelty to animals) or a similar law in another state.
(5) Abuse of controlled substances or alcohol, or any criminal offense that involves controlled substances or alcohol.
(6) Unlawful or reckless use, display or brandishing of a firearm.
(7) Recent acquisition or attempted acquisition of a firearm.
(8) Any additional information the court finds to be reliable, if it is otherwise admissible, including a statement by the respondent.

[KPShooting]

HB 1018 (Extreme Risk Protection Orders)

(b) Evidence of risk.--The court or hearing officer may consider all relevant evidence, but in no case shall an order be issued under this chapter absent a demonstration of risk due to behaviors or events occurring in the preceding 12 months.

(c) Factors.--In determining whether grounds exist to issue an extreme risk protection order, the court or hearing officer shall consider evidence of the following and the recency of any behaviors or events:
(1) Suicide threats or attempts.
(2) Threats or acts of violence or attempted acts of violence.
(3) Domestic abuse, including any violation of a protection from abuse order, under 23 Pa.C.S. Ch. 61 (relating to protection from abuse) or a similar law in another state.
(4) Cruelty to animals under 18 Pa.C.S. Ch. 55 Subch. B (relating to cruelty to animals) or a similar law in another state.
(5) Abuse of controlled substances or alcohol, or any criminal offense that involves controlled substances or alcohol.
(6) Unlawful or reckless use, display or brandishing of a firearm.
(7) Recent acquisition or attempted acquisition of a firearm.
(8) Any additional information the court finds to be reliable, if it is otherwise admissible, including a statement by the respondent.

So if you bought a gun in the previous 12 months that's grounds for having it confiscated by the government? That's pretty fucking egregious.

[Spirit of 76]

Jennifer O'Mara (born November 12, 1989) is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 165th Legislative District. The district includes parts of Springfield Township, Marple Township, Radnor Township and the borough of Morton. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.


Rep. Jennifer O'Mara's (Primary sponsor of HB1018) Biography


Jennifer O'Mara was elected to represent the 165th Legislative District on November 6, 2018.

Jennifer believes there is more that unites us than divides us, and is committed to being part of a government that serves the people. As state Representative, Jennifer is committed to improving public education for our children, protecting our communities from the dangers of gun violence, ensuring access to affordable health care, and expanding job opportunities at all skill levels. Her dedication to public service is deeply rooted in her own experience, and her ability to deliver practical solutions has been shaped by her challenging personal journey.

Jennifer is the daughter of a union firefighter. When she was 13 years old, her father died by gun suicide. Jennifer and her family moved to Delaware County, where her mother found a job as a school bus driver. Thanks to essential public services, her father*s union pension, and her mother*s union job, Jennifer*s family made it through.

After graduating from Interboro High School, Jennifer faced familiar challenges. As the daughter of a single mother with two younger brothers at home, affording college seemed impossible. By working three jobs, Jennifer was able to support herself through college and earn a dual degree from West Chester University with the help of financial aid and student loans. Studying history and secondary education, she became a certified teacher. Jennifer also holds a Master's Degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied English and history.

Prior to joining the state legislature, Jennifer was employed for almost seven years at the University of Pennsylvania. She served as the Assistant Director of University Stewardship, working alongside her colleagues to ensure that attending the University is affordable for students. Jennifer is also a member of the Board of Directors for Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils (PASC). She has also served as an advocate with the Department of Veterans Affairs for her now-husband, a combat veteran and two-time Purple Heart recipient.

Jennifer is a hardworking public servant who works to put the needs of her community ahead of her own. Jennifer and her husband were married in 2017 and live in Springfield.

[Spirit of 76]

So if you bought a gun in the previous 12 months that's grounds for having it confiscated by the government? That's pretty fucking egregious.

I wholeheartedly agree.

[Spirit of 76]

Here is a link to Rep. Jennifer O'Mara's Twitter page:

https://twitter.com/repomara?lang=en

On 33-year-old, Rep. O'Mara's Twitter page one will find references to her pronouns, Earth Week, Earth Day, Ramadan, and LGBTQ.

[Spirit of 76]

https://www.cityandstatepa.com/opini...owners/382498/

Opinion: State laws can prevent tragedies without penalizing responsible gun owners.
Gun violence has permeated so much of our society that we are becoming numb to it.
By JENNIFER O*MARA

So far in 2023, there have been more mass shootings than days of the year. Four of these happened in Pennsylvania * one on a street corner, one near a high school, one at a McDonald*s, and another at a youth recreation center. Gun violence has permeated so much of our society that we are becoming numb to it. Beneath the headlines and endless news stories about the endless gun violence happening in the public eye, there*s another sinister epidemic that happens behind closed doors that we must not ignore * death by gun suicide. . . .

[akley88]

damn what a bunch of lies. the goal is to punish legal gun owners.