As of this writing, we haven't got word that the SB 199 was  vetoed or signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown. By no means that this is good news for the airsoft community in California and other groups that will be affected by it. There is a very high possibility that SB 199 will become law in a week's time. Even if Governor Brown doesn't sign SB 199, his inaction will cause for SB 199 to be automatically become law after the 30th of September has passed.

What is very important for the airsoft players in California who are of voting age is to appeal to Governor Brown to veto the bill. This way, SB 199 doesn't become law and it might be too late for the California State Assembly to override the veto as they are now in recess in preparation for the General Election on November 4. Even if they try to convene in an emergency session just for SB 199, which we doubt they will, it will be hard for the bill's sponsors, in particular State Senator Kevin De León, to muster enough votes to get a two-thirds majority.

It looks like there are more urgent bills that require the attention of Governor Brown such as economic issues, and the biggest problem of all - drought. California is parch dry these days as water supplies are dwindling. However, I will have to stress that the keyword here is VETO. Signature or no signature, SB 199 will become a law without the veto of Governor Brown.

With just a week or even less to go before SB 199 becomes law, there should be no let up in the California Airsoft Community to lobby Governor Brown to veto the bill. Let your voice be heard, especially with the upcoming General Election, a concerned voter's concern bears more importance these days so make sure you voice is heard.

Tell Governor Brown to veto SB 199.