Lawmakers OK Veto-Bound Bill Aimed At Killing Local Gun Laws

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s state Senate is approving veto-destined legislation to help gun owners and gun-rights organizations collect damages in court from cities that passed firearms restrictions that were found to violate state law. Despite the veto threat by Gov. Tom Wolf, the bill passed the Republican-controlled chamber Tuesday, 32-17, with three Democrats joining every Republican in support of it. The bill goes to Wolf’s desk, the latest in a long-running disagreement with the Democrat over how to deal with gun violence. Pennsylvania has long prohibited its municipalities from enforcing firearms ordinances that regulate guns and ammunition. That law is being challenged in court by Philadelphia and other municipalities.