Governor Brown to Sign Law Improving Protection from Firearms for Domestic Violence Victims

Statement

Governor Kate Brown will sign HB 2013 into law today at Congregation Beth Israel in Portland at 11 a.m. The legislation represents another forward step in improving Oregon's common-sense gun laws by making a handful of changes to existing law while protecting the due process rights of gun owners.

"The deadly combination of guns and domestic violence is well-documented. While mass shootings make headlines, it is all too common that gun violence occurs behind closed doors and away from TV cameras," said Governor Brown. "This legislation represents another step forward in improving Oregon's common-sense gun laws, ensuring that no one else lives in fear from firearms in the wrong hands."

Members of the media are welcome to attend. Those who plan to attend or need additional information should contact Kate Kondayen at kate.kondayen@oregon.gov or 503-689-0248.

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