Mainers Divided on Sen. King's Gun Legislation After Lewiston Mass Shooting

Senator Angus King of Maine has proposed the "GOSAFE" Act, a gun reform legislation aimed at restricting the lethality of firearms used in mass shootings. The bill includes measures such as creating a list of prohibited gas-operated semi-automatic firearms, implementing a voluntary buy-back program, banning devices like bump stocks, and limiting ammunition capacity. King emphasizes that the goal is not to take away guns but to slow down shooters during reloading, giving people a chance to fight back or escape. While some Mainers support the proposed reforms, others express concerns about their effectiveness. Republican co-sponsors for the bill have not yet been secured, but Senator Susan Collins has stated that she will carefully consider it.