{"id":2123988,"date":"2023-12-13T14:11:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T19:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-announces-new-gun-control-push-that-includes-two-executive-actions-and-a-pressure-campaign-against-states\/"},"modified":"2023-12-13T14:15:59","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T19:15:59","slug":"biden-admin-announces-new-gun-control-push-that-includes-two-executive-actions-and-a-pressure-campaign-against-states","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-announces-new-gun-control-push-that-includes-two-executive-actions-and-a-pressure-campaign-against-states\/","title":{"rendered":"Biden Admin unveils gun control push: 2 executive actions, state pressure campaign"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbiden-admin-announces-new-gun-control-push-that-includes-two-executive-actions-and-a-pressure-campaign-against-states%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2123988&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>White House Launches &#8220;Safer States Initiative&#8221; to Combat Gun Violence<\/h2>\n<p>The Biden \u2062administration is taking a proactive approach to address\u200c gun violence with its \u200cnewly unveiled \u2064&#8221;Safer States \u200cInitiative.&#8221; Vice President Kamala Harris introduced the initiative, emphasizing the importance of state involvement in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/western-australia-to-cap-individual-gun-ownership\/\" title=\"WA to restrict personal gun ownership\">preventing gun-related incidents<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;These are all policies where the White House in this administration [has] made progress \u200dat the federal level,&#8221; said Stefanie Feldman, director of the White House Office of\u200d Gun Violence Prevention.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are\u2064 going to continue to call on Congress to \u2063act, but in the meantime, we are going to be working hand \u2062in hand with states to advance all these agenda items.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The initiative encourages states to establish dedicated offices focused on gun violence prevention, similar to the one\u2064 already\u200c instituted at the\u200b White House. Additionally, the White House is providing model legislation\u200b for states to adopt, addressing issues such as responsible gun ownership and reporting lost or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/florida-sheriff-if-cop-shooter-breaks-in-blow-him-out-the-door-cause-hes-like-a-rabid-animal\/\" title=\"Florida Sheriff: If Cop-Shooter Breaks In, \u2018Blow Him Out The Door Cause He\u2019s Like A Rabid Animal\u2019\">stolen firearms<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Stefanie Feldman, director \u2063of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, emphasized \u2062the\u200d collaborative nature of the initiative, stating, &#8220;We&#8217;ve\u200b been \u200cmeeting with state legislators ever since the start of our\u200c office, and one thing we\u2062 hear all the time is they want to\u200d do\u200b more\u200c to reduce gun violence.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Key Objectives of the &#8220;Safer States Initiative&#8221;<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Establish offices dedicated to gun\u200b violence prevention<\/li>\n<li>Regulate how gun owners store\u2062 firearms<\/li>\n<li>Improve reporting of lost or stolen guns<\/li>\n<li>Strengthen Crime\u2062 Gun Intelligence Centers<\/li>\n<li>Fund <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/psaki-suggests-rapes-in-cities-other-crimes-are-increasing-because-of-gun-violence\/\" title=\"Psaki Suggests Rapes In Cities, Other Crimes Are Increasing Because Of \u2018Gun Violence\u2019\">community violence intervention programs<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Enhance background checks<\/li>\n<li>Implement measures\u2062 to hold the gun industry accountable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The White House is committed to supporting states in their efforts to combat gun\u2064 violence.\u2064 The &#8220;Safer States Initiative&#8221; provides guidance and highlights existing funding streams that states can utilize to advance this crucial \u200dagenda.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/biden-admin-announces-new-gun-control-push-includes-two-executive-actions-pressure-campaign-states\/\">Biden Admin Announces New \u200bGun Control Push That Includes \u2063Two Executive \u2063Actions and a Pressure Campaign Against States<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What is the objective of \u2064the Safer States Initiative and how does it aim to enhance overall firearm safety?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Administration feels very strongly\u200b that if we do the work of engaging the public and making clear what the steps are, we can impact the \u200csafety and security of our communities,&#8221; \u2062Harris said during the press conference.<\/p>\n<p>The Safer States Initiative aims to provide resources, funding, and \u200bsupport to state \u200dgovernments to implement and strengthen gun violence prevention \u2062measures. It recognizes that individual states vary in their approaches\u200c to gun control and \u200baims \u2062to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among states to enhance overall firearm safety.<\/p>\n<p>One of the focal points of the initiative is expanding and improving background checks for gun purchasers. The Biden administration plans to work with states to \u200bencourage them to adopt universal \u200dbackground checks and\u2063 close\u200d existing loopholes. By ensuring thorough background \u200bchecks, the initiative aims to prevent firearms from ending up in the hands of individuals with a history of violence or mental illness.<\/p>\n<p>The Safer States Initiative also seeks to address the issue of ghost guns, which are unregistered, homemade firearms without serial numbers. These \u2064guns are \u200boften difficult to trace and present a significant threat to public safety. The \u2062initiative will assist states in enacting legislation to regulate and track ghost guns and increase penalties for their possession and distribution.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the initiative \u200caims to enhance \u2063red \u2064flag laws, which allow family members and law enforcement to\u2062 obtain court orders to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who are deemed a risk to themselves or others. The\u200b Biden administration\u2063 recognizes \u2063the potential \u2062of these laws in preventing tragic incidents and will\u2063 work with states to improve and expand their effectiveness.<\/p>\n<p>Recognizing the importance of mental health in gun violence prevention, \u200cthe Safer States Initiative commits to \u200dinvesting in mental health services and ensuring accessibility to those who need\u200c them. By addressing underlying \u2062mental health issues, the initiative aims to reduce the risk of violence and promote holistic support for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wallkill-forum-highlights-co-responder-approach-to-mental-health-calls\/\" title=\"Wallkill Forum Emphasizes Co-Responder Method for Mental Health Calls\">individuals facing mental health challenges<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative \u200calso acknowledges the role of\u2064 community violence intervention programs in reducing gun violence. These programs focus on preventing retaliatory \u200bviolence and\u200d interrupting the cycle of violence in high-risk communities. The Biden administration will support states \u200din implementing and expanding these proven strategies to curb gun\u2062 violence.<\/p>\n<p>The Safer States Initiative demonstrates the Biden administration&#8217;s commitment to tackling the pressing \u200cissue of gun \u2064violence. By engaging states and providing them with resources and support, the initiative aims to create a collaborative approach to gun control that respects the diversity of state laws and regulations. Through its multifaceted approach, the initiative hopes to make significant progress in reducing gun-related incidents and creating safer communities across the \u2062United States.<\/p>\n<p>As Vice President\u200d Harris concluded her remarks during the press conference, she emphasized that the Safer States \u200cInitiative is just one step towards combatting\u2063 gun violence and protecting American lives. She \u2062acknowledged that more needs to be done at the federal level, including\u200c comprehensive background checks and an assault weapons ban. The administration remains \u200ccommitted to pursuing \u200bthese measures and working towards\u2063 a future free from\u2062 the fear of\u200d gun violence.<\/p>\n<p>In a country where gun \u2063violence \u2062continues to claim lives\u2063 and instill fear in communities, the White House&#8217;s Safer States Initiative\u2063 offers hope for progress. \u200bBy prioritizing collaboration, resources, \u200cand knowledge sharing among \u200cstates, the initiative seeks to create a comprehensive and effective approach to preventing\u200c gun violence. With continued efforts and dedication, the Safer States Initiative has the potential to save countless lives and bring about\u200d impactful change.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Biden administration believes that increasing state bureaucracy can curb gun violence. The &#8220;Safer States Initiative&#8221; was introduced by Vice President Kamala Harris, emphasizing the need for dedicated offices in each state. The administration&#8217;s plan, outlined in a fact sheet, urges states to take necessary measures to address this issue effectively<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":661,"featured_media":2123991,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[548],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2123988","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-conservative-news-daily"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2123988","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/661"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2123988"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2123988\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2123991"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2123988"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2123988"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2123988"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}