Democratic lawmakers reject last-minute attempts to repeal gun safety laws

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: March 19, 2026

Words: 729

Last Updated: 1 day, 16 hours ago

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The majority of lawmakers on the Judiciary Committee on Thursday rejected two Republican-led proposals to overturn recently passed gun safety laws in Maine.

One measure sought to repeal the state’s three-day waiting period for gun purchases, which took effect last August. The other, from Rep. Quentin Chapman (R-Auburn), was significantly amended at the last minute to roll back the red flag law that voters overwhelmingly approved in November.

Both were rejected along party …

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