A new legislative proposal in Colorado, SB24-066, is stirring controversy with its intention to introduce Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) specifically for firearm sales. These four-digit identifiers, common in the retail sector to classify the nature of transactions, are at the heart of a debate that extends far beyond their apparent administrative function. While proponents argue that assigning unique MCCs to gun and ammunition retailers could aid in identifying suspicious purchasing patterns, critics are raising alarms over privacy and Second Amendment rights.
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