Chicago-area gun violence survivors are testifying in support of the Protect Illinois Communities Act, which would ban assault weapons in the state.
The first hearing on the "Protect Illinois Communities Act" is taking place Monday in Chicago, held by the House Judiciary Committee.
The package was introduced by state Rep. Bob Morgan, and includes legislation that would ban assault weapons, better implement the state's Firearm Restraining Order law, raise the minimum age to obtain a FOID card to 21 and address illegal gun trafficking.Continna Patterson was with a group of family members at a vigil on the West Side back in October when gunshots rang out, and several people were hit, including Patterson.
Patterson was hit in the leg, and suffered nerve damage. She wanted to make sure she shared her story in hopes of making a difference.
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