
Months after Maine's deadliest mass shooting, state lawmakers held a hearing to discuss a red flag bill that would allow family members to petition a judge to remove guns from individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis. This proposal comes after a gunman killed 18 people last fall amid signs of deteriorating mental health.
Supporters argue that the bill is crucial in preventing similar tragedies, while critics express concerns about potential infringements on constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners.