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I am a gun owner and hunter. I support further safe gun legislation in Maine. I am not threatened in any way by these laws that could cut down on the use of guns in cases of suicide, domestic violence, mass shootings and other crimes. I believe that most responsible gun owners support this but have an unfounded fear of this leading to the eventual elimination of gun ownership. I think it is a shame that this fear is promulgated by the gun manufacturers and groups like the National Rifle Association.

I support the proposed 72-hour rule. The wait time would allow people intending to purchase a gun additional time to think about their decision and any actions they were planning with the gun. This is especially critical in preventing suicide by gun. I support mandatory background checks for all gun purchases. This could deter the illegal purchases of guns.