The_Outlaw
~The Dude Abides~
There’s an interesting story brewing in Utah surrounding public safety and personal freedom. Republican Gov. Gary Herbert is taking some steps that some Second Amendment champions will find unappealing. On Monday, he announced that the state forester has the power and the right to ban target shooting in unincorporated areas of the state (areas outside cities and towns).
While the decision will surely create some angst, it is being made following public safety concerns. Since target shooting, among other activities like using fireworks, is considered to be a potential fire-starter, Herbert is attempting to minimize dangers. At least one recent fire was allegedly started by target shooting, which adds fuel to the proposal to ban the practice in specified areas.
Utah Governor Announces State Can Ban Target Shooting to Prevent Fires | TheBlaze.com
While the decision will surely create some angst, it is being made following public safety concerns. Since target shooting, among other activities like using fireworks, is considered to be a potential fire-starter, Herbert is attempting to minimize dangers. At least one recent fire was allegedly started by target shooting, which adds fuel to the proposal to ban the practice in specified areas.
Utah Governor Announces State Can Ban Target Shooting to Prevent Fires | TheBlaze.com