(Pierre, SD) — State senators are advancing a bill to allow gun owners to use silencers. The bill advanced out of committee hearings and will head to debate on the Senate floor. Supports say silencers are used for hearing protection at gun ranges and help with responsible hunting. They add silencers should not be lumped in with dangerous weapons like machine guns. Opponents say the distinctive noise guns make allow the public and law enforcement to react quickly to dangerous situations.
Bill To Expand Gun Silencers Passes Committee
