Supporters of the measure argued it would help deter criminals ; opponents claimed it would , in effect , force most of the country to conform to regulations in states with the loosest gun-ownership standards . Senate turns down proposal to make permits valid despite differing laws . Foes said it would force states to honor laws in more gun-permissive states . Comment:
Senate turns down proposal to make permits valid despite differing laws . Foes said it would force states to honor laws in more gun-permissive states . Comment: