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Pittsburgh Approves Gun Control Bills; Lawsuits Expected

by Associated Press

   PITTSBURGH --

   The Pittsburgh City Council has given final approval to gun
   restrictions proposed after last year's synagogue massacre.

   The legislation places restrictions on military-style assault weapons
   like the AR-15 rifle that authorities say was used in the Oct. 27
   rampage at Tree of Life Synagogue that killed 11 and wounded seven.

   It also bans most uses of armor-piercing ammunition and high-capacity
   magazines, and allows the temporary seizure of guns from people who are
   determined to be a danger to themselves or others.

   The council approved the measures 6-3 on Tuesday. They now head to
   Democratic Mayor Bill Peduto for his expected signature.

   Pennsylvania state law forbids municipalities from regulating guns, and
   pro-gun advocates say they'll sue to block the laws from taking effect.