What's 'Red Flag' Gun Law and Why Lawmakers Want Legislation to Be National

Following the mass shooting of Uvalde, where a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers, many Democrats and Republicans are hoping to implement the so-called 'Red Flag' laws.

This legislation would allow authorities to temporarily remove firearms from people they believe are a danger to themselves and others.

It's unclear whether there is majority support for passing these gun laws yet, but many are pushing for it regardless.

Informal discussions surrounding these proposals began last Wednesday, a day after the massacre unfolded at Robb Elementary school.

Essentially, a 'Red Flag' law, also known as a yellow flag law, is a law intended to regulate firearm ownership and availability. This legislation allows police or family members to ask for a state court to order the temporary removal of weapons from someone, who may be deemed a danger to others or themselves.