Maine Governor Janet Mills has taken decisive action in response to the tragic events in Lewiston last October by signing a comprehensive set of gun safety laws and mental health support measures. These actions come after the state witnessed its deadliest mass shooting, which claimed the lives of 18 individuals and left 13 others injured.
The new laws, approved by state lawmakers, encompass a range of provisions aimed at bolstering public safety while respecting Maine's strong tradition of gun ownership and outdoor heritage. Among the key measures are expansions to background checks for private gun sales and enhancements to the state's "yellow flag" law, which allows for intervention in cases where individuals in mental health crises possess firearms.
