He called on Congress to pass an assault weapons ban , institute universal background checks on gun purchases and outlaw gun magazines that hold more than 10 rounds . Hundreds attend a special state task force on gun control . The hearing in Newtown lasted six hours . Most voted for stricter gun control laws , but some did not . Last year 's shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School killed 20 children and two adults .
Hundreds attend a special state task force on gun control . The hearing in Newtown lasted six hours . Most voted for stricter gun control laws , but some did not . Last year 's shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School killed 20 children and two adults .