on Tuesday by signing a bill that effectively banned bump stocks from being used, manufactured, or sold in the city.
It was one of three bills Parker signed, all of which were aimed at protecting the public and aligning with the mayor’sfor “a Safer, Cleaner and Greener City, with Access to Economic Opportunity for All.” The other bills included the introduction of speed cameras on a high-volume street and the update of training requirements for eviction officers.
The bill, initially introduced by a Philadelphia city councilman in May, was a collaborative effort that was finally signed by the mayor on Tuesday. It modified a chapter ofThe bill defined a rate-of-fire acceleration device as anything used to “accelerate the rate of fire of a semi-automatic firearm,” such as a bump stock. The bill prohibits the production or manufacturing of “rate-of-fire acceleration” devices in any way.
“We will not accept gun violence, hazardous roads, or irresponsible eviction practices in our city. Today, I proudly signed three pieces of legislation reaffirming my administration’s dedication to enhancing public safety in our communities,” Parker said during a bill-signing ceremony on Tuesday.Parker campaigned on improving public safety in Philadelphia while running for mayor. She has made it an integral part of her agenda since taking office.
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