Brian King on Gun Control

Sponsored bill calling for universal background checks

"This is not a question of if this kind of bill passes," King said. "It's only a question of when. And how many lives are we going to lose between now and then because we don't have these effective laws?"

Opposed concealed carry of guns without a permit

Analysis of support by Deseret News: Rep. Curt Oda said the bill simply allows those who can legally carry a gun to put a jacket on over their firearm, "It's not gun control, it's jacket control." Oda said the bill had overwhelming support from pro-gun organizations.

Analysis of veto message by Deseret News:  Herbert vetoed the controversial "constitutional carry" bill. Herbert said his veto decision was supported by much of the law enforcement community. While he was passionate about Second Amendment rights, Utah needs gun policy that "sends a message that we have a quality of life that is sophisticated, and that we're not the wild and woolly West."

Legislative Outcome: Passed House 51-18-6 on 3/1/13; State Rep. Brian King voted NO; Passed Senate 22-7-0 on 3/13/13 ; Vetoed on 3/22/13

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