Original sentence: "  According to his press release, “Absent this bill, California’s assault weapon ban is significantly weakened.For the safety of the general public, we must close this loophole.In May 2012, Senator Yee proposed legislation to close "a loophole" in assault weapon law in California.”  Senator Yee is quoted as saying, "It is extremely important that individuals in the state of California do not own assault weapons
Edited sentence: " However SB249 would likely shutter firearm dealers, sporting goods retailers, and accessory vendors.According to his press release, “Absent this bill, California’s assault weapon ban is significantly weakened.For the safety of the general public...”  California already has some of the most stringent gun laws in the nation.Further impacting unemployment and putting an end to many small businesses.In May 2012, Senator Yee proposed legislation that would turn thousands of law-abiding California gun owners who currently comply with  California's assault weapon law into criminals.Senator Yee shows his contempt of the constitution by saying, "It is extremely important that individuals in the state of California do not own assault weapons