MD HB0879 - Ut Oh!
Posted: Tue Feb 09, 2016 5:13 pm
Looks like Maryland is trying to ban the use/transport/selling/owning of airsoft guns.
Tactical Airsoft Arena wrote:ATTENTION: THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT MESSAGE THAT WE MAY EVER POST. PLEASE READ AND TAKE ACTION TO SAVE AIRSOFT IN MARYLAND.
It was only a matter of time, and that time is here. Airsoft in Maryland is under attack! Maryland's lawmakers would like to make the use, sale, possession or transportation of any airsoft replicas (which they categorize as "imitation firearms") illegal.
This means that if you play, sell, own or have an airsoft replica in your car, you would be considered a criminal and could serve a jail sentence of up to 1 year, and or a fine of up to $1000 per violation.
This bill would likely put us out of business and end airsoft in the state of Maryland forever.
More information can be found in this link: http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmMa ... &ys=2016rs
The bill had it's first reading yesterday and will be going to Referral to Committee soon. This is where you can make your voice be heard! You, the citizen is encouraged to voice your view on the proposed bill by mail, or personal appearance. You can also contact the delegate of your district to tell him or her what you think about this bill.
Please be constructive and non-confrontational. Have some solid talking points to address when speaking with your delegate and speak concisely. Form a group and gather signatures. If you're under 18, ask your parents and other relatives to get involved. Now is your chance to make a difference!
Here is a list of your Delegates by district:
http://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/06 ... edist.html
We will update you with more information as it comes through.
Thank you all for your time and good luck to all of us!