Yep all these states are pushing copies of the same legislation, seeking to ban printers. Allegedly for gun control reasons, but that doesn’t make sense since it is very rare for crimes to be committed using 3d printed guns. Even if they were, the second amendment protects the right to bear arms unconditionally.
But that same problem has existed since the 60s when machine tools became common and cheap enough for people to put in their garages. Table top CNC machines existed in the 90s and that wasn't some looming threat.
To me this is all fearmongering to try and restrict people from making their own stuff instead of buying it all or fixing old stuff.
To me this is all fearmongering to try and restrict people from making their own stuff instead of buying it all or fixing old stuff.
This is an overreaction by some, and a chance to exploit by others.