(The Center Square) – Hawaii lawmakers are moving forward with multiple bills that would restrict access to firearm use.
One bill that would make it illegal for people under the age of 21 to purchase ammunition in Hawaii is now in the hands of the Senate.
The Committee on Public Safety and Intergovernmental and Military Affairs heard from several people opposed to the bill.
“This is a direct violation of existing laws for people aged 18-20. This has never been a problem before and is not a problem now,” said Thomas Allen. “This law would effectively stop all young people from hunting and enjoying sports shooting. If you are old enough to be trusted to vote or go to war, you are old enough to be trusted with ammunition. I truly think that this is an overstep in power and violates the Second Amendment of our constitution.”
Charlene Lau with the Honolulu Police Department pointed out the proposed bill would be in conflict with an existing statute that allows licensed hunters and minors 16 and older, or under 16 accompanied by an adult, to carry firearms for hunting or target shooting.