Maine passes gun safety laws after deadliest shooting

Summary: Maine's legislature passed gun safety laws after the deadliest shooting in state history, including background checks for private sales, waiting periods, and criminalizing sales to prohibited individuals. Governor Janet Mills and lawmakers prioritized gun and mental health reforms. The bill also funds violence prevention and mental health crisis centers. A 72-hour waiting period and bump stock ban were approved, but a "red flag" law proposal was not. Lawmakers worked through the night to pass the legislation.

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