More checks and funds for schools, US Senate agreement on weapons

(ANSA) - NEW YORK, JUN 12 - A bipartisan group of senators has reached a preliminary agreement on weapons by finding an agreement on stricter controls on purchases, especially for those under 21, and additional funds for the safety of schools.

The agreement also encourages American states to adopt 'red flag' laws, which allow police and families to ask a state court to temporarily remove weapons from someone who could be dangerous to themselves. and for others.

    The agreement reached "does not have everything it deems necessary, but it is an important step in the right direction".

This was stated by Joe Biden, underlining that if the agreement is approved it will be the most significant one that has had the OK of the Congress in decades.

Biden assured that he will sign the provision: "the sooner it arrives on my table, the sooner I can sign it".

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