Obama launches gun reform campaign with children present
President Obama unveiled a national drive to curb gun violence backed by a new Now Is the Time website and social media push. He plans a cross country tour with Vice President Biden, allied governors, mayors, and church and law enforcement groups to pressure Congress on universal background checks and an assault weapons ban. The NRA criticized the approach as overreach while pledging to work with lawmakers.
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Obama plan aims to curb gun violence with new rules
Proposals call for universal background checks with limited gun transfers, renewal of an assault weapons ban, a 10 round magazine limit, tighter gun trafficking laws, and new research on causes. The plan seeks ATF director confirmation, improved mental health coverage, school safety measures, and federal tracing of recovered guns.
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Cedar Rapids casino plan targets I 380 corridor
Investor group projects a Cedar Rapids casino near I 380 with 1000 slots and 25 tables. First year revenue estimated at 80 million gross with 18 million from existing Iowa casinos, and 30 million in combined tax and local revenue. 1500 slots and 40 tables pared to 1000 slots 25 tables as the sweet spot.
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