Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Permit to Purchase: Proven to Save Lives
Permit to Purchase: Proven to Save Lives
Permit to Purchase: Proven to Save Lives
Thursday 11th October 2018
Discover the life-saving potential of permit-to-purchase laws on 'The American Health Podcast'. Hear from experts on reducing gun violence.
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They reduce homicides, suicides and appear to even protect law enforcement officers from being shot in the line of duty.
When it comes to gun laws, the debate often centers around universal background checks. But there's another policy that might just have a stronger track record: permit-to-purchase laws. These laws, also known as handgun purchaser licensing, require individuals to obtain a permit before buying a firearm. This episode of 'The American Health Podcast' dives into what these laws entail and why they could be a game-changer for public safety.
You'll hear from researcher Daniel Webster and former Boston police commissioner Bill Evans, who share their insights on how this policy can reduce homicides, suicides, and even protect law enforcement officers. With increasing public support and a growing demand for effective gun violence prevention measures, permit-to-purchase laws stand out as a proven strategy for saving lives. Tune in to discover how data-driven policies like these could shape a safer future.