09/04/1989
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"Let's pass this important legislation soon."
"We want to encourage investment and help countries compete for capital by reforming broad economic policies and specific regulatory systems."
"H.R. 4225 is objectionable because it would restrict domestically manufactured weapons, and other firearms appropriate for self-defense by applying a 'sporting purpose' test."
"H.R. 2709 would not only ban the importation of magazines and belts in excess of 15 rounds, but also their manufacture, transfer, or sale for use by private citizens."