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How Austria plans to tighten gun laws after deadly Graz shooting

Summary by The Local - AT
Austria is moving ahead with its biggest firearms overhaul in years, extending the gun ownership card to long guns, raising minimum ages and adding a four-week cooling-off period for first purchases.

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Following the Graz massacre, the government is pushing an amendment through parliament that is intended to address long-standing problems. One key issue: improved communication between authorities.

·Salzburg, Austria
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The amok shooter from Graz learned how to use pistols in a shooting club. But the government does not give the clubs any tougher rules. Insiders very well see need for change.

Austria is planning to tighten gun laws with new regulations starting in October. Learn more about the changes and the parties' reactions.

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The Local - AT broke the news in Austria on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
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