The article discusses the alarming increase in mass shootings in the U.S. since 2025, totaling 101 incidents. In response, states are reforming gun laws, with Colorado enacting Senate Bill 3, which bans most semi-automatic firearms and requires gun owners to pass safety tests. Connecticut is also pursuing legislation to hold gun manufacturers accountable for preventing illegal sales. The article highlights a ranking from the Gifford Center's Annual Gun Law Scorecard that assesses state gun control effectiveness, focusing on states achieving a grade of 'B' or higher.
Since the start of 2025, there have been 101 mass shootings in the U.S., prompting states to impose stricter gun control measures to combat rising violence.
Colorado's Senate Bill 3, signed by Governor Polis, bans most semi-automatic guns and includes exemptions for owners passing a safety test when it takes effect in 2026.
Connecticut lawmakers are pushing for legislation that would hold gun manufacturers accountable if they fail to prevent illegal sales and trafficking.
To understand state-level legislation, the Gifford Center's Annual Gun Law Scorecard is utilized, grading states based on their effectiveness in gun control policies.
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