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<p>Washington state lawmakers advanced a bill Thursday requiring a "permit-to-purchase" to buy and possess firearms.</p> <p>The Appropriations Committee approved House Bill 1163 on Thursday, setting the stage for the Rules Committee to schedule a floor debate before sending it to the Senate for consideration. If approved, Washington would join several states mandating the permit system.</p> <p>Former Gov. Jay Inslee asked his party to pass the legislation years ago, but attempts in 2023 ended with Democrats removing the "permit-to-purchase language." Instead, the Legislature passed a bill requiring mandatory background checks, waiting periods and safety training.</p><p><a href='https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_a955165e-f61d-11ef-bdf1-8749bbf8574f.html' class='out'>https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_a955165e-f61d-11ef-bdf1-8749bbf8574f.html</a></p>
