To Members of the New Jersey State Legislature,

It has come to the attention of the Airsoft Community, both local and

national, that the proposed NJ Bill S810, sponsored by by Sen. Bob Smith & Sen.

Nicholas Scutari, will enact severe limitations upon ownership and the general use of Airsoft Replicas within the state of New Jersey.

We are against the ideas because of the potential future consequences it will

have on our community and hobby.

We understand the interests of public safety of which this Bill seeks to

address. The violent incidents that happen nationwide in public places are very

tragic and unfortunate events that we as a united Airsoft Community aim to

eliminate.

It is our goal to help educate the public and anyone interested in joining the

ever increasing community of Airsofters of proper safety requirements, practices,

current federal laws and regulations that we impose to ensure the protection of

everyone involved. The safety practices are similar to Paintball, which is a closely

related sport, in that play is limited to fields with referees and safety guidelines.

Our interests lie in the preservation of our hobby and to prevent the

misuse of Airsoft Replicas so that future generations can enjoy it. We seek to

keep Airsoft on sanctioned fields with proper safety equipment and regulation as

opposed to public commons, schools, campuses and other environments where

Airsoft Replicas should never be seen.

It is completely within our understanding how our items replicate their

firearm counterparts, which is why we’re so stringent on their proper use and

transportation.

The potential ramification upon the New Jersey economy would be

noticeable. As a result of the proximity to multiple retailers and sanctioned fields,

the Airsoft community has been growing at a rapid pace within the state and offers

more jobs for the unemployed. More retailers are starting to form and base

themselves in New Jersey due to the increase in both interest and positive activity.

Imposing heavy regulation upon the sale of Airsoft Replicas will only

hamper the growth of this potential revenue to the state. The State of California

regularly receives $175 Million in revenue from growing Airsoft retailers and

sanctioned fields that are state-based, and New Jersey could potentially eliminate

this chance at increased revenue and a growth in potential job opportunities

provided by these select services.

We respectfully ask that you join us in support against NJ Bill S810. We also

greatly appreciate your time and understanding.

Sincerely,

(Your name here)

No On NJ S810