During Wednesday’s Gun Violence Prevention Working Group hearing, Minnesota state Sen. Ron Latz (DFL) argued against women being armed for self-defense unless and until they receive training on using guns.

Latz’s comments came amid a discussion about training requirements for gun owners and a 30-day waiting period for gun purchasers.

State Sen. Keri Heintzeman (R) asked , “So, if a woman fears for her safety, in a domestic violence situation or stalking or harassment, will she have to wait 30 days to purchase a firearm?”

State Sen. Liz Boldon (DFL) responded by saying, “…Very open to conservations about the specific language [of the proposed gun control], with the bottom line being a woman in a domestic violence situation who wants to own a gun — anyone who owns a deadly weapon should

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