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2017-2018 Proposed Firearm Legislation - State & Federal

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Hey all, didn't forget about you. I'm going to have to change the way I post these for you folks this year due to time and budget constraints. I will post each week with what new bills came in that week. Wish I could do more but I'm just not able.

Anyway, here's what has come in so far for the new year, some great bills and some utter nonsense:

Alabama: SB2 would clarify and strengthen preemption laws regarding firearms and ammunition

Arizona: HB2022 excludes rat or snake shot from statutes regarding criminal negligence discharge

California: AB7 would increase the fine for open carrying a firearm

Florida:

S0128 would require prosecutors ot bear the burdon of proof when someone has claimed immunity (self defense)

H6005 would allow open and concealed carry into college or university facility.

S0142 would require all loaded firearms to be locked up or have a trigger lock installed if there are any minors (aged 16 or younger) in the home

S0140 would allow open carry of firearms with a license

H6001 would remove the restriction on carrying firearms in an airport except in secure areas

S0170 would prohibit firearms from sporting arenas and theaters

H0167 is an assault weapon - high capacity magazine ban bill

S0254 is an assault weapon - high capacity magazine ban bill

Georgia:

HB10 is a full blown 'assault weapon' ban along with a large capacity magazine ban and a ban on armor piercing bullets.

HB11 would require anyone wishing to get or renew a carry permit to show proof of firearm training.

Indiana:

SB0013 would allow firearms to be used as security (eg pawn)

SB0043 would remove penal facilities from the list of places where employers can prohibit firearms

SB0050 would require retailers to store tannerite behind a counter and would require them to check the id of anyone buying it to make sure they are at least 18.

SB0078 would allow those that may legally carry a firearm to carry it on school property or churches when attending 'a worship service or religious ceremony'

HB1051 would make it illegal to use state employees or funds in the enforcement of a federal firearms law enacted after January 1, 2017

HB1071 would authorize anyone protected by a civil protection order to carry a firearm without a license for 60 days and would expedite the carry license process for them

HB1095 would outlaw so-called armor piercing ammunition

SB0123 would require anyone applying for license to carry after Dec. 31, 2017 to take an eight hour handgun safety and training program

SB0344 would make possession of a concealed firearm by an illegal alien a class D felony

Kansas: HB2009 would prohibit anyone from carrying concealed firearms at the state capital

Kentucky:

HB101 would allow local governments to regulate firearms

HB108 would exempt all firearms made and kept within the states border exempt from federal law

HB120 would prohibit state or local officials from assisting in any new federal firearm law the states fins unconstitutional

SB28 would require all firearms to be secured with a trigger lock

SB46 would allow 'urban-county governments' and 'consolidated local governments' the authority to regulate firearms

SB7 is a constitutional carry bill with some exceptions

Maryland:

HB53 would make all firearm safety devices tax free

HB59 would allow anyone that owned an 'assault weapon' before the state ban to be able to replace it if it is lost or broken

Michigan:

SB2018 would prohibit realistic looking toy guns

HB312 would authorize hunter safety as part of public school courses

SB2131 would give pistol licenses to retired judges for free

SB2152 would require all ammunition sold in the state to have serial numbers on the casings and would require sellers to keep records and maintain them for 5 years

Missouri:

HB96 would hold business owners that prohibit firearms to be responsible for the safety of patrons and would hold them liable if someone was hurt.

HB241 would outlaw the sale or transfer of firearms to anyone on the terrorist watch list

SB181 would require firearm owners to report lost or stolen firearms within 72 hours of discovery of the loss

SB89 would make it a crime if a child gets hold of an adults firearm

SB152 would require a 24 hour waiting period when purchasing a handgun from a dealer

HB185 would require all lost or stolen firearms to be reported to law enforcement within 72 hours

HB300 would make business owners responsible for the safety of their customers if they post a no guns sign on the property. The business owner would be liable for damages and attorney fees.

HB362 would require all firearms to be secured with a lock or in a safe if there are children under 17 in the home

HB363 is a universal background check bill

HB364 would require anyone wishing to buy a firearm to first get a firearms purchase permit issued by the sheriff's department

HB365 would establish 'extreme risk protection orders' that can be filed with the court by anyone that would require firearms to be seized

HB366 is probably one of the dumbest bills we have ever seen. It would require anyone wishing to purchase a firearm to meet with a physician 72 hours prior to buying a gun to discuss 'physical, psychological, or situational factors, that may arise with the proposed firearm purchase' The bill also states you can not buy a firearm from a dealer that is closer then 120 miles from your home.

HB458 would allow any legal firearm owner to store there firearm in a locked vehicle just about anywhere. It would also provide immunity from civil action to employers that have employees that store firearms in such a way.

Nebraska:

LB81 would raise the cost of handgun fees from $5 to $25

LB68 would preempt local governments from regulating carrying and possession of firearms

LB100 would allow those prohibited persons (due to mental issues) to petition the court to have the prohibition removed

New Hampshire:

SB12 is a constitutional carry bill

HB350 would ban firearms from polling places

New Mexico:

HB50 would require background checks on all firearm sales with very limited exceptions

SB48 would require background checks on all firearm sales with very limited exceptions

SJR5 is a joint resolution recommending the state constitution be changed to make the state a constitutional carry state

SB56 is a constitutional carry bill

HB62 would require a minimum of 60 days notice for expiring carry licenses

HB78 would set up online courses for carry licenses

New York:

S00896 would outlaw phone covers that look like firearms

S00879 is an interesting bill. It appears an upstate legislator is attempting to change all firearm suspension laws to only apply to the counties of Suffolk, Nassau, Kings, Queens, Richmond, New York, Bronx and Westchester, basically telling the city they don't want their stupid laws

S00807 would create a 'sportmans weekend' starting the last Friday in August when certain firearms and sporting goods would be tax free

S00803 would create the offense of illegal gun trafficking for anyone selling stolen or altered firearm and would make it a class D felony

S00739 would allow anyone issued a license for gunsmithing or a dealer in firearms to use that license to carry a firearm anywhere they wish

S00470 would require all new firearms sold to be capable of microstamping

S00451 would require all firearm license to be processed in no more than 180 days

S00437 would require all employees and owners of a firearm dealers to under go background checks (ATF already requires this)

S00432 would require all gun dealers to do massive amounts of work, including locking all firearms in a safe during non-business hours in an attempt to stop illegal gun trafficking

S00354 would only allow purchasing of firearms from businesses that can prove they are 'responsible dealers'

S00353 would require all departments, boards, bureaus, commissions or agencies of the state of New York and local governments to sell their firearms to another law enforcement agency or they are to be sold to an agency that will destroy them

S00320 would require all police officers to report every discharge of their weapon(s) immediately to their superiors no matter when or how the discharge occurred

S00310 would create the crime of 'firing into a crowded space' ... only problem is it only applies to people 18 years old or older

S00202 would make it a crime to sell ammunition to a minor and would require businesses to check ids for the age of the person buying the ammo

S00197 would repeal Section 1. Chapter 1 of the S.A.F.E. act

S00192 would make 25% of the purchase price of firearm safety devices deduct able from income taxes

S00191 would provide a 50% tax credit for the purchase of a gun safe, up to $500

S00135 would allow anyone that has a pistol or revolver license to carry it while attending a pre-license firearms safety course and while under the supervision of the instructor

S00067 would allow police officers to seize firearms and ammunition from any home that they are called to for any domestic call

S00063 would impose additional fees on all firearm sales to establish a gun violence research fund

S00034 would make the possession or sale of armor piercing ammunition a class B felony

S00021 would specify exactly what colors can be used to make 'imitation weapons'

A00349 would require anyone wishing to renew a firearm license to show proof of personal liability insurance

A00224 would make all firearm license information private and immune from freedom of information requests

A00145 would require anyone that is taken to the hospital by police for mental examination to surrender their firearms and would require a 'cooling off' period once they are released before the firearms can be returned

S01050 would authorize game preserves and hunting clubs to sell ammunition for use at there facility

S01193 would restrict the sale of ammunition to only those type a person is allowed to own - makes no sense

S00848 would repeal the large capacity magazine ban enacted under the S.A.F.E. act

S01140 would add siblings, grandparents and grandchildren to the list of immediate family that firearms can be transferred to without a background check

A00456 would outlaw gun shows held in property owner by any government agency

A00457 would make it a crime to store any firearm that is not in a person's immediate possession unless it is locked in a safe or has a trigger lock installed

A00468 would require firearm a safety course be completed and a certificate issued before a firearm license can be issued

A00563 would make it a crime to store any firearm that is not in a person's immediate possession unless it is locked in a safe or has a trigger lock installed

A00800 would outlaw the sale of ammunition to anyone that can not produce a firearm license

A00806 would make the state a 'shall issue' state for non-residents provided they have a license from their home state and can pass a background check

A00878 would allow shooting clubs and preserves to sell ammunition for use on their property without having to register as a seller of ammunition

A00897 would require a hearing prior to revoking a firearm license whenever the director of community services makes a report pursuant to section 9.46 of the mental hygiene law

A00914 is a 'ghost gun' bill

A00980 would require the surrender of firearms for certain misdemeanors

A00986 would exempt active and retired police officers, peace officers and correction officers from disclosure of pistol permits under the freedom of information act

S01320 would limit the sale of ammunition for 'assault weapons' to two times the firearm's capacity every 120 days

S01414 would extend the waiting period for a NICS background check to 10 days before the firearm can be transferred

S01508 would outlaw firearms that 'look like everyday objects'

S01669 would require anyone holding a gun buyback program to check all firearm serial numbers and attempt to find and return any firearm found to be stolen to its rightful owner before destroying it

Oklahoma:

SB5 would drop all fess for carry licenses

SB6 would allow certain government officials to carry firearms anywhere in the state, without a permit, if they take a safety course

SB11 would make changes to carry licenses including dropping the price to $25

Oregon:

SB66 would require the courts to send notifications to the local sheriff and the Oregon Health Authority when someone is found to be mentally defective

SB554 would prevent anyone charged with a felony while using a firearm from pleading to a lesser charge

SB553 would remove state police as the point of contact for background checks and require dealers to use the NICS system

SB552 would change law regarding carrying of firearms so that the state would accept all valid permits from other states

SB549 would exempt honorably retired parole and probation officers from local firearm regulations regarding carrying loaded firearms in public places

SB548 would allow sheriff's to issue permits to any Oregon resident

SB495 would allow county governments to regulation the sales of firearms by pawn shops and second hand stores

HB2592 would provide a 50% tax credit on the purchase of a gun safe up to $250

HB2523 would allow firearm dealers to accept firearms from anyone 'at risk' and would provide a means to return the firearm to the person or another qualified owner. It would also provide immunity to the dealer accepting the firearm

HB2237 would prohibit a firearm dealer from transferring a firearm if state police can not make a determination during a background check

HB2173 would allow anyone hurt in a business that prohibits firearms to sue that establishment

HB2172 would require all businesses to post a sign outside their business regarding their policy with respect to permitting individuals who have a license to carry a concealed handgun to carry a firearm onto the premises

HB2130 would create criminal offenses for adults that leave firearms where children might access them

HB2127 would expand firearm carry reciprocity with other states

HB2126 removes the requirement to maintain firearm sales records by pawnbrokers

South Carolina:

H3183 would make it illegal to sell or transfer a firearm to anyone on the terrorist watch list.

H3330 let school officials allow school personnel and concealed carry permit holders to carry on school property

H3262 would remove the ban on carrying firearms on college or secondary school property

H3252 would outlaw 'green tip ammo' in the state

H3266 would make it illegal to sell or give a firearm to anyone on the terrorist watch list

H3248 would allow people with a concealed carry license to carry firearms on college property

H3328 would require a federal background check be completed before a sale can proceed with an allowable wait period of 28 business days

H3217 would require anyone that has a firearm that is lost or stolen to report it within 24 hours.

H3192 has to be the dumbest thing we have ever seen. It would make it illegal to discharge a firearm in shopping areas or malls, movie theaters, parking lots, or any other public gathering where three or more persons have come together as a group

H3181 would require background checks to be completed, no matter how long they take, before a firearm can be transferred. It would also require background checks at gun shows

H3180 would require all background checks to be completed, no matter how long they take, before a firearm can be transferred.

H3052 would allow public school employees to carry firearms with a special 'school permit

S0085 would allow properly trained school personnel to carry firearms

S0143 would not allow the transfer of a firearm until the federal background check has been completed, no matter how long that takes

S0158 would stop the transfer of a firearm until the federal background check has been completed or 28 days has passed

S0159 would not allow the transfer of a firearm until a federal background has completed or 28 days has passed

S0088 would make business owners that prohibit concealed carry liable for any injuries caused from the perpetrator of a crime

S0021 would allow anyone to use a firearm to kill an animal in self defense

Tennessee: HB0011 would repeal the prohibition on owning suppressors

Utah: HB0112 would eliminate liability for business owners that allow concealed carry in there place of business and it would make it so 21 year old that aren't prohibited could carry without a license

Vermont: S0006 would require background checks on all firearm sales unless the sale is between family

Virginia:

SB187 would require a state issued transfer permit be show in most cases of selling, renting, trading, or transferring a firearm

HB768 would provide for free firearms training courses for victims of domestic violence as well as other offenses

HB1210 would make gun safes that cost less then $1000 tax free

SB178 would make it so only the legislature, not the attorney general, can determine reciprocity with other states

SB865 would make it illegal to give a handgun to a minor with some exceptions

SB809 would require people to report a lost or stolen firearm within 24 hours of finding out about it

SJR229 would create a state lead study to explore a firearms registry

HB1458 would drop the fees for carry licenses so they would be no more than $15

SB915 would require anyone 'in the business' of selling firearms (as a licensed dealer or not) to get background checks on all buyers before they transfer a firearm

SB95 would make the victim of a firearm theft civilly liable for any crime committed with that firearm if the court can show they did not have it secured properly

SB1023 would prohibit state police form sharing concealed carry applicant information with any other state agency

HB1683 would make illegal to carry a shotgun in public

HB1684 would make it illegal to leave a firearm anywhere a child under 14 might get it

HB1685 would create a one gun a month limit on buying handguns

SB1039 would require anyone served with a protective order to submit in writing to the court that they have sold or transferred all their firearms

HB1990 would drop the minimum age for non-residents to 18 for anyone that is active duty

HB1907 would allow schools to employ armed safety officers

HB1879 would deny anyone convicted of public drunkenness within three years prior from getting a carry license

HB1865 would change law regarding the time period required for state police background checks from the end of the next business day to 5 days

HB1864 would restrict the use of firearms by children, even under parental supervision

HB1853 would set up a fund to pay for firearms training for victims of domestic violence

HB1852 would allow anyone who is under the protection of a court order and who is not otherwise prohibited to carry a firearm for 45 days without a permit and would also expedite the permit process

HB1778 would prohibit anyone convicted of a hate crime from owning firearms or getting a carry license for 5 years

HB1773 would require all gun show vendors be registered and require all sales by them to go through a background check

HB1758 would allow firearm seizure warrants to be issued for people who are thought to be a rick to themselves or others

HB1745 would allow prohibited persons to petition the court to have all their firearm rights restored

Washington: HB1004 would remove current law that allows the governor to prohibit carrying firearms during a state of emergency

Wyoming:

HB0090 would allow family members of military personnel stationed within the state to get carry permits

SF0075 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from buying a firearm or getting a concealed carry license

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress:

HB38 is the national reciprocity act of 2017 that would allow anyone from any state, and that had a license to carry a firearm, would be allowed to travel freely into other states.

HB34 would repeal all gun free zones at schools from federal law.

HB57 would require ATF to report to congress the amount of background checks that could not be completed within 3 business days and the transfer went through and then it was found the person was prohibited.

HB62 would require ATF to hire an additional 200 employees to supposedly reduce firearm crimes

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Okay folks, here's your next dose of new legislation and man oh MAN is there a ton of it. Enjoy and see you Friday for more.

AL

HB36 would allow churches to authorize members to carry firearms

AR

HB1039 would make it 'a defense from prosecution' to own a firearm manufactured prior to 1968 that has a defaced serial number

HB1095 would make exemptions for handgun licenses for active and honorably discharged military and national guard as long as they have a live fire certificate

SB126 would create a 'second amendment appreciation week' when firearm sales are tax exempt

SB33 would prohibit employers from banning the storage of firearms stored in vehicles by concealed carry permits holders who are employees

SB36 would wave the training requirement for a carry permit for active duty and honorably discharged military and national guard

SB37 would prohibit employers from banning the storage of firearms stored in vehicles by concealed carry permits holders who are employees

AZ

HB2117 would make every able bodied citizen of the state that owns a firearm part of the militia, obviously in an effort to prevent the federal government from trying to take away guns. Only problem with the bill is it only covers people 18-45

HB2150 would create a version of firearm restraining orders where a family member can petition the court saying you are a danger to yourself or others

HB2150 is a universal background check bill

HCR2009 is a universal background check bill

HB2216 would ban 'electronic tracking' for firearms

HB2287 would make it a felony to discharge a firearm within a municipality

CO

SB005 would set up free firearm safety training for school employees that have a carry permit. The bill would also allow those employees to carry on school grounds provided that have taken the course and the school allows it

SB006 would allow those under 21 that are active military, or honorably discharged to carry firearms

SB007 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban of 2013

HB1036 would repeal all laws prohibiting carrying firearms on school property

CT

HB05513 would provide a tax credit, up to $150, towards the purchase of a gun safe

HB05570 would remove the prohibition of firearms for those that have been voluntarily committed for psychiatric disabilities

HB05571 would prevent any state or local government from modifying or suspending any firearm law during a state of emergency

SB00073 would let retired law enforcement to own high capacity magazines

SB00074 would prevent local municipalities from creating firearm laws

HB05672 would allow the state to recognize carry permits from state that have similar requirements

SB00118 would allow gun clubs and ranges to sell ammunition for use at their facilities without having to get an ammunition certificate.

FL

H0235 would ban carrying in performing arts center or 'legitimate' theater

H0245 would require prosecutors to bear the burden of proof when self-defense is claimed

IL

HB0258 would make firearms that look like phones illegal

HB0271 would require all ammunition sold in the state to have individual serial numbers

HB0308 would allow the transport of rifles and shotguns within a vehicle without them being broken down or in a case

HB0329 would add casinos, licensed fraternal establishments, licensed veterans establishments and any place that serves liquor to the list of prohibited places

HR0008 urges congress to strengthen laws regarding the shipping of firearms via rail

HR0015 urges congress to regulate replica firearms

SB0007 would ban firearms from casinos

SB0050 is both good and bad. On the one hand it would legalize owning suppressors, on the other it would make it more difficult to get a FOID card (more training) and would ban anyone convicted of terrorist threats or receiving any material considered terrorist from getting a FOID card.

HB0365 would allow active duty military to carry concealed weapons without an IL license to carry provided they are not prohibited and have a license from their home state

HB0377 would prevent municipalities from revoking, suspending, or refusing to renew a business license or otherwise interfere with a business license if that business allow concealed carry holders to frequent it.

HB0385 would ban carrying firearms at casinos

HB0405 would make the state a shall issue state for non-resident permits for people from states that require training and a background check

HB0406 would allow those with carry permits and police officers to carry concealed while hunting

HB0410 would dismiss the waiting period for firearms if one firearm is traded for another

HB0413 would prevent any state employee from assisting the federal government to enforce any federal law the state deems unconstitutional

SB0074 would require a full set of fingerprints when getting a FOID card

IN

HB1326 would provide tax credits for firearm training up to $100 for individuals and $200 for couples

SB0426 would outlaw open carrying rifles with certain features (assault rifles)

SB0191 would require law enforcement to attempt to find the rightful owner of seized firearms

KS

HB2042 would make the state recognize all valid permits from any state as long as the person carrying is not a resident of KS

MI

HB4003 is a constitutional carry bill

HB4005 goes along with HB4003 (constitutional carry) and makes it legal to carry a firearm in a vehicle without a permit

MN

HF188 is a constitutional carry bill

MO

HB593 would remove the restrictions for carrying a firearm for churches, schools and police stations but would also allow businesses to post property to ban firearms. It also states keeping a firearm in a vehicle on prohibited property is not a crime

MS

HB614 would prevent any public funds from being used to enforce any federal law or executive order that is in violation of MS state law or its constitution

HB620 would prohibit employers from stopping employees from carrying on company property if they have a carry permit

HB621 would require chief law enforcement officers to process NFA applications in 15 days or less

HB626 would set up fines for state employees that help federal officials to enforce a federal law deemed unconstitutional

HB633 would allow anyone that is not prohibited from carrying a firearm that is harmed due to a business prohibiting the carrying of firearms to sue

HB731 would allow municipalities to hold gun buyback programs and to destroy any guns bought. It would also re-enact carry licenses being required to carry concealed

HB732 would require firearm dealers to secure air rifles and bb guns the same way they secure real firearms

HB739 would require all dealers that sell ammunition to keep records of all sales and whom the ammo was sold to

HB856 would allow anyone that is not prohibited from carrying a firearm that is harmed due to a business prohibiting the carrying of firearms to sue

SB2172 would make it illegal for any state employee to assist the federal government in enforcing any firearm law or executive order deemed unconstitutional

SB2204 would prohibit any state or local government from assisting in enforcing any federal law that attempt to ban or restrict any semi-auto firearm or register any firearm, magazine of firearm accessory

MT

HB246 would make it legal to carry a firearm on and in postal service property and would make federal laws banning it unenforceable

HB251 would change the definition of a concealed weapon to mean 'handgun'

SB99 would prohibit any public employee to assist the federal government in enforcing a firearm or magazine ban

ND

1169 is a constitutional carry bill

1233 would allow class 1 permit holders to get a class 2 permit upon successful completion of the actual shooting or certified proficiency exercise

1273 would allow carrying in churches if the church permits it

1278 would redefine a 'government building' (for the purposes of carrying a firearm into) to mean a building with has screening at the entrances

1279 is a constitutional carry bill that also makes it legal to carry into sporting events but it also makes it illegal to carry a loaded rifles or shotgun in a vehicle

1310 would allow those with class 1 carry permits to carry on school property if approved by the school board

1391 would make all firearms manufactured and kept within the state exempt from federal laws

1419 would require the game and fish department to offer firearm safety classes

2139 would require anyone carrying a firearm to show their license to law enforcement when requested

NE

LB370 would repeal the requirement for a certificate to purchase when buying a firearm

NY

A01213 would outlaw digitally made magazines (ghost magazines)

A01224 would allow responding officers to temporarily seize all firearms from a home where there has been a report of domestic abuse

S01754 would repeal the ban on firearms on college properties

A01466 would allow licensed security guards to posses high capacity magazines

S02070 would remove the high capacity magazine language from the S.A.F.E. act and repeal language that allowed the release of applicant information

S02181 would make armor piercing ammunition illegal

S02182 would allow law enforcement to remove firearms from a home where there has been a report of domestic violence

S02190 would require all firearm shipped into the state to have a fired shell casing with them

S01997 would repeal section one chapter one of the S.A.F.E act

A01215 would limit the sale of ammunition for 'assault rifles' to two times the magazine capacity every 120 days

A01298 would prohibit the sale of ammunition to anyone 'not authorized' to own the firearm

S01996 would remove exemptions for firearm owner information being released under the freedom of information action

A01627 would eliminate any state police fee for recertification of certain fiream licenses

S02476 would limit firearm sales to one per month and would enact a 10 day waiting period

A01708 would require all firearm manufacturers that ship them into the state to include a spent casing that has been fired from that gun

A01668 would provide a 50% tax credit for the purchase of a gun safe up to $500

OK

SB158 would prohibit doctors from refusing treatment to a patient because they own firearms (very odd bill)

SB35 would allow active duty, honorably discharged and retired military and national guard to carry a firearm without a license provided they have their military id

SB43 would remove language about colleges contacting the state in reference to an incident with a licensed concealed carry holder that would require a state hearing

SB63 would eliminate the 10 year carry license option and would require a NICS check when getting a license or renewing one

SB66 would allow anyone with a valid concealed carry license to enter the capitol building after showing their license

SB67 would make any firearm or accessory made and kept within the state exempt from federal law

PA

SB27 would require a minimum 1 year sentence for carrying a firearm without a license

SB37 would remove the requirement to have a license to carry when carrying during a state of emergency

SB28 would allow PA to prohibit people who have been convicted of a crime in another state using the PA equivalent of that crime. In other words if someone is convicted or a misdemeanor 3 in another state (which is not prohibiting) but in PA it is a misdemeanor 1 (which is prohibiting) they would then be prohibited in PA

SB37 would make firearm safety locks and equipment tax exempt

SB112 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist screening list from owning a firearm

SB81 would prohibit any state or local employees of funds from being used to enforce any federal law that attempts to register, restrict or ban the ownership or purchase of a firearm, component of a firearm or ammunition

TN

SB0024 exempts military personnel (active and honorably discharged) from the firing range requirement for a carry permit

HB0048 would drop the cost of a lifetime carry permit to $200 and would require one half of all carry permit fees to be donated to non-profits that financial assistance to families of slain law enforcement officers, firefighters an emergency medical personnel

TX

SJR30 would prohibit the state from ever creating a firearm registry

SB458 would clarify law regarding carrying while intoxicated to specify that the person must have the gun on their person to be charged

SB459 would prohibit local politicians from taxing guns and ammo or regulating their sale or manufacturing without explicit state authority

SCR8 would enshrine the cannon as the state's official gun.

HB234 would strengthen preemption of local firearm ordinances

HB246 would change laws regarding signs that must be posted to ban firearms from premises

HB255 would add an entire list of places that are prohibited to carry a firearm in including an indoor or outdoor arena, stadium, golf course, automobile racetrack, amphitheater, auditorium, theater, museum, zoo, civic center, or convention center

HB259 would require all firearms sold at gun shows to go through a background check

HB282 is an attempt to roll back campus carry

HB1024 would remove many of the fees associated with carry licenses

HB110 would prohibit public employees from assisting the federal government enforcing any federal firearm law that restricts magazine capacity or registers firearms

HB111 would reduce license fees for anyone that can show proof they have purchased a 'firearm safety device' and would and would require the state to create a firearms safety pamphlet to be distributed to licensed dealers

HB131 would exempt any firearm or ammunition made and kept in the state from federal regulations

HB152 would extend the waiting period for restoration of rights from 2 years to 3

HB291 would prohibit open carry in a municipality with a population of more than 1.2 million but less than 1.4 million

HB339 would reduce or eliminate many fees associated with carry licences

HB356 would permit open carry at school board meetings

HB372 would reduce the required caliber for firearm proficiency testing from .32 to .22

HB375 is what appears to be a very strangely done constitutional carry bill

HB391 is an attempt to walk back campus carry

HB392 would allow hospitals and mental health facilities to post no firearm signs

HB403 would remove the minimum caliber requirement for handgun proficiency tests

HB435 'volunteer emergency services personnel' to carry a firearm with a permit

HB447 would hold businesses that ban firearms civilly liable for damages that could have been prevented by the otherwise lawful use of a handgun by a license holder. It would also grant immunity to those businesses that do allow firearms

HB465 is another attempt to roll back campus carry and would also make it illegal to carry at any amusement park

HB466 would allow municipalities with a population of more than 750,000 to regulate open carry

HB485 would make firearms and hunting supplies tax exempt on the last Saturday & Sunday of August

HB497 would provide limited liability for business that allow firearms to be carried within them

HB556 would hold businesses and apartment complex holders liable for damages if they ban firearm carrying and would provide immunity for those that do not

HB560 would open up more areas of government buildings, schools and voting places to licensed carry

HB606 would provide immunity from civil suits for businesses and property owners that allow firearms to be carried

HB781 would require law enforcement to issue temporary (electronic) licenses to carry that would be valid until the regular license arrives

HB782 would reduce the required caliber for firearm proficiency testing from .32 to .22

HB867 would allow schools to appoint 'school marshals' that would be allowed to carry firearms

HB913 would remove 'explosive weapons' from prohibited weapons requiring NFA registration

HB927 would strengthen preemption laws and provide for fines for anyone found in violation of them

HB960 would prohibit school marshals from using any ammunition not approved by the state

HB968 is an attempt to roll back campus carry and would add more places at regular schools that are prohibited places

HB981 would allow person approved by the church to act a 'security officers' but they may not wear any kind of uniform or badge

HB99 would prevent public employees from assisting in the enforcement of any federal firearm law that involves magazine capacity size, registration etc

SB104 would prohibit physicians from asking about firearm ownership

SB133 would make firearms and hunting supplies tax exempt on the last Saturday & Sunday of August

SB138 would provide an exemption from the range instruction portion of a handgun proficiency course for certain persons

SB16 would reduce or eliminate some fees required for carry licenses

SB221 would prohibit carrying at mental health facilities

SB263 would remove the minimum caliber requirement for handgun proficiency tests

SB349 is an attempt to roll back campus carry

SB444 would allow schools to appoint 'school marshals' that would be allowed to carry firearms

SB450 would prohibit public employees from assisting the federal government enforcing any federal firearm law that restricts magazine capacity or registers firearms

SB93 would prohibit state funds from being used to enforce federal or international laws regarding firearms

VA

HB2044 would require anyone served with a protective order to submit to the clerk of courts a letter stating they have sold or transferred their firearms

HB2077 would further restrict any government or agent from any firearm restrictions during a state of emergency

HB2094 would allow local governments to restrict firearm possession in any building owned by them

HB2187 is a universal background check on steroids. It even includes requirements for a background check for renting and trading

HB2188 would make anyone that sells a firearm without a background check civilly liable if that firearm is used in a crime

HB2212 is a universal background check on steroids. It even includes requirements for a background check for renting and trading

HB2263 would allow 18 year olds that are active military to apply for carry permits

HB2265 is a constitutional carry bill but only for handguns

HB2266 would require any business that allows carrying of firearms to post a sign stating 'firearms permitted' or they would face a $25 fine

SB1185 would require anyone that has had a firearm stolen to report it within 24 hours of discovering the theft or they would be fined

SB1194 is a universal background check on steroids. It even includes requirements for a background check for renting and trading. It does however have exemptions for ranges.

SB1112 would make any local ordinance passed before January 1, 1987 invalid BUT specifies that local governments can regulate firearms at any regular or special meeting of the government on their property.

SB1266 would outlaw the use of a firearm by any child under 4 even under an adults supervision

SB1267 would make it illegal to carry a firearm into a business that serves alcohol and would set penalties for carrying while drunk or on drugs

SB1297 would permit active military, as well as VA national guard to carry firearms without a license

SB1299 would allow anyone under a protection order and is not prohibited to carry without a license and would expedite the license process

SB1315 would require anyone that has foster children in their home to keep all firearms locked in a cabinet or safe unless they are on their person

SB1347 would change current law to remove the term 'handgun' from concealed carry law and replace it with 'weapon'

SB1362 would permit active military, as well as VA national guard to carry firearms without a license

SB1422 would drop fees required for concealed carry licenses

SB1439 is a universal background check bill

SB1440 is a constitutional carry bill

SB1049 would prohibit people that have voluntarily committed themselves and would remove language from laws regarding background checks that would disqualify many.

SB1450 is a campus carry bill

SB1453 would prohibit carrying firearms at day care centers, including the home of a person that provides such services

SB1465 would allow retired conservation officers to carry a firearm without a license

VT

H0031 would allow using suppressors for hunting

WA

HB1100 would require law enforcement to notify anyone whose carry license is about to expire no later than 90 days prior to the expiration date

HB1122 would require all firearms be locked if there is reason to believe a prohibited person or child could access them. It would also require gun dealers to post signs stating the could face criminal charges if they do not keep them secured

HB1134 is an assault weapon and large capacity magazine ban bill

SB5050 is an assault weapon and large capacity magazine ban bill

HB1174 would require schools to have an elective class for firearm and hunter safety

HB1181 would prevent state police from keeping copies of firearm sales or transfers

HB1190 would eliminate the ability of state officials to keep copies of applications to purchase pistols

HB1270 would make all firearm safety devices tax exempt

WY

HB0136 would remove the ban on carrying on college campuses

HB0137 would repeal many gun free zones including any meeting of a governmental entity and any meeting of the legislature or a committee

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress:

HB509 would eliminate the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

HB256 would clarify that spouses of active military have the same rights to receive firearms on duty stations

HB0160 would create a 3 day waiting period for firearm sales unless the person has a carry permit or is trading in a firearm in exchange for the other firearm

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Okay folks here's your second batch of newly proposed legislation for the week:

CO

HB1097 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban of 2013

CT

HB05855 would allow those with carry licenses to carry them into state parks and forests

HB06194 would repeal the assault weapon and large capacity magazine ban

HB06263 would repeal the assault weapon and large capacity magazine ban

FL

H0291 would exempt law enforcement from the waiting period when purchasing a gun

HI

HB13 would allow off duty correction officers to carry without a permit

HB36 would make the state a shall issue state

SB9 would require anyone that owns, or wants to buy, a firearm to have liability insurance

SB212 would make the state a shall issue state

SB213 would raise the magazine capacity limit from 10 rounds to 17

IA

SF108 would legalize ownership of machine guns, short barreled rifles and short barreled shotguns provided they are NFA registered. IT would also add a new section that would set up constitutional carry

IL

SB0194 would regulate imitation firearms

IN

HB1446 would prohibit any doctor from storing or releasing any information, except to a court, about firearm ownership

KS

HB2074 would remove the sunset clause in existing law (July 1, 2017) regarding exemptions in preemption law regarding carrying into courthouses and other buildings

HB2081 would give immunity to employers for employees that commit a wrongful or negligent act

HB2113 is a campus carry bill

HB2114 would remove community mental health centers from the list of prohibited places

MD

SB160 would make permits from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC and West Virginia valid in the state

HB159 would ban carrying firearms on college campuses with limited exceptions

MN

HF309 is a constitutional carry bill

MO

HB630 would drastically change laws regarding carrying firearms by allowing authorized teachers and administrators to carry in schools, grants exceptions to anyone with a valid lifetime or extended concealed carry permit, allow storage of firearms in vehicles at most prohibited places and other related items

HB658 would require law enforcement to seize firearms openly visible or found by consent to search when answering a domestic call or when serving a protective order

MT

HB262 is a constitutional carry bill

HB273 would allow permanent lawful residents of the US to apply for a carry license

MS

SB2576 would allow persons 18 years or older to carry on colleges if they posses an instructor-certified concealed-carry license, it would also apply to non-residents

NE

LB501 would change language regarding carrying into a posted building to make it so the person asked to leave must refuse before they can be charged

LB502 would allow for permit less concealed carry with some restrictions. The bill would not effect permitted concealed carry

LB637 would make all information regarding carry permit holders private, with the one exemption of law enforcement agencies

LB666 would add an exemption to the crime of carrying a concealed firearm for any firearm locked in a hard case when the person is not otherwise prohibited


NY

A01990 would make it a crime to leave any firearm out of your immediate possession if it not not locked or otherwise secured

A02175 would prohibit anyone from owning a firearm unless they have passed a firearm proficiency examination

S02503 would repeal much of the SAFE act

S02517 would allow private investigators, bail enforcement agents, watch, guard, or patrol agency employees, security guards and armored car guards to use high capacity magazines while working

S02519 would repeal section 1 and section 37 of the SAFE act (assault weapons)

S02673 would add an incredible amount of regulations to any business that sells firearms or ammunition

S02775 would allow the willing of firearms to certain family members

S02831 would require any firearm made with a 3D printer to have a serial number and be registered with the state

S02857 would require all firearm owners to have a million dollar liability policy

A02089 would allow mental health professionals to disclose if they feel a patient may pose a risk and would allow law enforcement to revoke firearm licenses from that person

S02921 would require national guard recruiters to be provided a side arm while working

S03014 would require law enforcement to issue carry licenses to any active duty military who has a license from their home state within 60 or receiving an application. It would also allow active military to carry on their home state license for a maximum of 90 days

S03041 would enact a 10 day waiting period for all firearm sales to the public

S03043 would make it a crime to purchase more than 1 firearm every 30 days

S03049 would prohibit concealed carry in any national park or national wildlife refuge system

OK

SB176 would allow retired law enforcement and many other court employees to carry firearms anywhere in the state

SB178 would prevent law enforcement from detaining and disarming anyone carrying a firearm on their property without reasonable articulable suspicion or other criminal activity. It would also allow anyone not prohibited to carry a loaded firearm concealed or not within their vehicle

SB274 would strengthen preemption law and make it easier to sue and collect from any government agency found to be in violation of preemption

SB275 would prohibit any government agency to use public funds to promote gun control. It would also strengthen preemption law and make it easier to sue and collect from any government agency found to be in violation of preemption

SB276 would exempt courthouse employees from the ban on carrying in courthouses

SB288 would grant immunity to any business that allows employees to carry including drivers that carry while working. It would revoke immunity from business that do prohibit carrying and would allow for civil damages.

HB1428 would allow 18 year olds that are active military, national guard members or honorably discharged to get a concealed carry permit

HB1450 would waive the fees for a handgun license or renewal for active duty military

HB1556 would make colleges liable if they don't permit firearms and someone is injured in a situation where carry a firearm might have helped them prevent the injury

HB1600 is a campus carry bill with a few limited exceptions

HB1721 would remove the ban on carrying a firearm on a public bus

HB1935 would allow anyone with a concealed carry license to carry into the secure areas of a court

HB2321 would remove the requirement for a license to open carry

HB2322 would strengthen preemption laws by adding 'firearm and ammunition components' and allow persons 'adversely affected' by any local law to sue and be awarded reasonable expenses

HB2323 would allow anyone 21 or older to carry a loaded handgun concealed or openly in a vehicle as long as they aren't prohibited

SB378 would allow anyone 21 or older to carry a loaded handgun concealed or openly in a vehicle as long as they aren't prohibited

SB379 would prohibit public funds from being used to promote gun control

SB380 is a campus carry bill

SB385 would strengthen preemption laws by adding 'firearm and ammunition components' and allow persons 'adversely affected' by any local law to sue and be awarded reasonable expenses

SB397 would remove the ban on carrying a firearm on a public bus

SB497 would allow anyone 21 or older to carry a loaded handgun concealed or openly in a vehicle as long as they aren't prohibited

RI

H5155 is a high capacity magazine ban bill

H5156 would require a license to carry a stun gun with the exact same restrictions as a license to carry a firearm

TN

HB0061 would allow firearm dealers to 'occasionally' sell firearms from their personal collection without having to do a background check

With the exception of banning firearms in schools SB0131 is an amazing bill that guts a multitude of regulations and rules regarding firearms. It includes constitutional carry, complete reciprocity with other states and strengthening preemption among other items

TX

HB1153 would make it a crime for a person with a concealed carry license to carry into a state hospital, or a state supported living center

VA

HB2393 would allow a 50% tax credit for anyone that purchases a gun safe that costs $500 or less

HB2424 would allow retired or resigned attorney or assistant attorney for the state exempt from carry permit laws

WA

SB5216 would require elective classes in hunter and firearm safety be offered in high schools

HB1380 would repeal all laws regarding background checks for firearm sales

HB1381 would set up carry permit reciprocity with all 49 other states

HB1387 is basically an assault weapon and high capacity magazine ban along with a special license required to own them

WY

HB0169 would make any business that prohibits firearm carrying in their business civilly liable

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
#6 · (Edited)
Okay folks here's your first batch of bills for the week:

AK

HB75 would create 'gun violence protective orders' very similar to the California law

AR

HB1249 would allow college staff members to carry firearms (with restrictions)

CT

HB06336 would legalize suppressors for hunting

HB06636 would set up reciprocity agreements with states that have similar requirements for a permit

HI

HB410 would make the state a shall issue state

SB280 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms

HB802 has to be one of most poorly worded bills we have ever seen, it basically requires gun dealers to report any unsuccessful sale due to the dealer's suspicion the sale might be illegal

SB876 would waive the waiting period for firearm purchases for those already registered as a firearm owner

IA

HF70 would ban the sale or transfer of any magazine that can hold more than 10 rounds

HF73 is a universal background check bill

IL

HB0492 would repeal the firearm owners id act

HB0504 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from getting a FOID card

IN

HB1588 would repeal prohibitions on carrying firearms on school property or school buses

KS

SB53 would remove the sunset clause for local governments being allowed to ban firearms in buildings and meetings

MD

SB245 would make self–defense a legitimate reason for getting a carry permit

MN

SF292 would strengthen self-defense law and eliminate the duty to retreat

NY

A02406 would require a 10 day waiting period if NICS has not returned a proceed message

A02414 would include antique and black powder rifles in items to be surrendered

A02591 would require anyone transporting 5 or more firearms, or ammunition for more than 5 firearms, to have a separate storage area locked with a lock

S03277 would ban 'ghost guns'

A02659 would set up a ridiculous amount of new rules and regulations for gun dealers

A02725 would require all privately built firearms to have serial numbers and be registered with the state

A02775 would ban possession of firearms in national parks and national wildlife refuge systems

A02817 would allow anyone with a valid carry license from their home state to carry in NY. It would also set up a temporary carry permit system for non-residents

S03355 would make it a crime to leave any firearm unlocked unless it is in their immediate possession or control

PA

SB118 is an attempt to make dealers liable for crimes committed with firearms they have sold

HB169 would exempt up to three firearms from judgements and liens

HB38 would prohibit employers, landlords etc from limiting a person from owning or carrying a firearm

HB155 would limit what sections of law the attorney general can use when determining if another states permit laws are similar (for granting reciprocity)

HB166 would create tougher sentences for crimes committed while using a firearm

HB170 is a constitutional carry bill

HB22 would make anyone who is ordered to undergo mental health treatment on an outpatient basis a prohibited person

HB156 would strictly prohibit firearm owner databases

SD

HB1072 is a constitutional carry bill

SB89 would make businesses that prohibit firearms civilly liable if a patron is hurt

TX

HB1209 would change law regarding the unlawful carry in a posted area so that the person could only be charged if they were asked to leave and then refused

SB577 would make it illegal to carry into state hospitals

UT

HB0174 would force law enforcement to destroy all records pertaining to firearm sales and transfers within 15 days

HB0177 would allow certified law enforcement to forgo background checks when buying a firearm

VA

HB2466 would require all dealers to stock at least one personalized handgun at all times

WY

HB0194 would allow teachers that have a concealed carry license and are approved by the school board to carry in schools

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB358 adds the word ammunition to current law about transporting firearms across state line

SB72 would require information from the terrorist screening list to be included in the NICS database

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Sorry I'm late with this today folks, was busy as the devil

AL

SB24 is a constitutional carry bill

AR

HB1265 would require a carry license to open carry

HB1269 would waive the training requirements for a carry permit for active duty and honorably discharged military

HB1299 would add additional places where you can't carry and also creates a new law for carrying while intoxicated

AZ

SB1243 would add minor exceptions to laws regarding carrying at public events

SB1344 change preemption law to remove independent contractors from the exemption list

GA

HB156 is a constitutional carry bill along with opening up reciprocity with any other state that recognizes Georgia's permit

SB84 would allow law enforcement to destroy seized firearms

HI

SB1096 would grant immunity to shooting ranges for noise among other things

HB1345 would make anyone on the terrorist watch list a prohibited person

HB1583 would set up gun violence protection orders

HB1589 would legalize suppressors for hunting

IA

SF145 would eliminate the 'annual permit to acquire' license completely

SF146 would allow those that have a carry permit to carry onto parking lots of schools

IL

HB0540 would limit the courts ability to issue firearm seizure warrants in domestic violence cases under certain conditions

SB0607 would make it legal to carry a switchblade knife if you have a FOID card

HB0666 would remove the ban on carrying in property under the control of the Cook County Forest Preserve District

HB0674 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act

HB0699 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act

HB0714 would explicitly prevent any local government from adding any fee or tax on firearms other than sales tax

HB0715 would repeal many of the states preemption laws only preempting registration of firearms and firearm databases

HB0720 would allow 18-20 year olds apply for a firearm owners id card

HB0745 would require all FOID applications, and renewals to submit a full set of fingerprints if they have not already done so

HB0747 would allow active military and their spouse to apply for a carry permit at a reduced cost

HB0781 would legalize short barreled rifles / shotguns

IN

HB1445 would remove the option of destroying seized firearms by law enforcement

HB1460 would make firearms and ammunition exempt from sales tax

HB1646 would require the legislative council to study firearm microstampting

KS

HB2156 would prohibit the sale or transfer of firearms to anyone on the terrorist watch list

MD

HB318 would add in the term antique firearm to weapons not to be owned by prohibited persons

MN

HF469 would set up lifetime carry permits and drop many fees

MS

HB1360 would reduce the fees for a carry license for anyone 65 years old or older

NJ

A4527 would make it so those that can show a specific threat, such as a protection from abuse order, would be eligible for a carry permit

NM

SB202 would allowed seized firearms to be destroyed

NY

S03547 would require anyone that owns a firearm to get a firearm safety certificate

A02847 would repeal several sections of the SAFE act including the high capacity magazine ban

A02947 would ban so-called 'ghost guns'

A02959 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms

S03382 would allow for the transfer of firearms to immediate family members upon a person's death. It would also change certain provisions as to who may have high capacity mags.

S03394 would repeal registration requirements imposed by the SAFE act and would make records regarding firearms exempt from public disclosure

S03444 would require all firearms sold in the state to include some form of childproofing

S03563 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family members on a person's death

S03605 would limit rifle and shotgun sales to one every 90 days

S03659 would ban 50 caliber firearms and would require existing owners to register them with the state and in certain circumstances sell them to the state

S03695 would permit retired law enforcement to own high capacity magazines

A03097 would increase penalties for those convicted of a drug crime while in possession of a firearm

S03716 would remove the ban on firearms on property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University,

SO3694 would add siblings, and parents to the definition of immediate family in regards to transferring firearms without a background check

PA

HB167 would strengthen the states stand your ground law

SB209 is a universal background check bill

TN

SB0145 would allow firearm dealers to occasionally sell firearms from their personal collection without a background check

SB0146 would prevent state or local funds to be used to enforce any federal firearm law that would violate a state law or the state constitution

SB0147 would remove the requirement to have a permit when open carrying

TX

HB1229 would make it illegal to sell or transfer a firearm ro anyone on the terrorist watch list

SB583 would change law regarding carrying into a posted area so that the person can not be charged unless they are asked to leave and then refuse

HCR51 would designate the 1847 Colt Walker pistol as the official state handgun of Texas

SB618 would give civil immunity to any business that allows patrons to carry firearms

UT

HB0198 would create a provisional carry permit for anyone 18-20 years old

HJR011 aks congress to remove gunsmiths and gunsmithing activity from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls

VA

HB1406 would create automatic restoration of firearms rights when a convicted felon's civil rights are restored

HB1466 would require 120 days notice when a carry permit is going to expire

HB1469 Permits a school board or an administrator of a private school to designate one or more employees of the school who may carry a concealed handgun on school property

HB1710 would make all gun safes $1000 or less sales tax exempt

HB1792 would exempt a prohibited person from possession by a felon laws if they live with a person that owns firearms and is not in actual possession of them

HB1822 would provides that the term "good and sufficient reason," as used in the exception to the prohibition on carrying dangerous weapons in a place of worship, includes personal protection

HB1849 would mandate carry licenses to be the same size as drivers licenses

HB2321 provides that if any ammunition has been approved by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for commercial sale, it is not restricted firearms ammunition.

HB2369 removes the requirement for proof of address when changing the address on a concealed handgun permit.

HB2429 would provide a mechanism to restore gun-rights for a person who had their gun rights removed for a mental health commitment, but now lives out of state.

SB1300 would offer free firearms safety or training courses approved by DCJS to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, stalking, and family abuse

SB1441 would allow persons whose polling places prohibit guns to use an absentee ballot

SB1444 updates the definition of "restricted ammunition" based current technology and ties in research by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives on restricted ammunition.

SB1533 would allow non-violent felons to possess, transport, and carry either an antique firearm or a back powder firearm for sporting, recreational, or cultural purposes

HB2234 would make the fees for a carry license and reduce other fees

WA

SB5441 would prohibit anyone who has been detained for a 72 hour mental evaluation from owning a firearm for 6 months after the detention

SB5444 would prohibit the ownership of 'assault weapons' and high capacity magazines unless you get an enhanced 'assault weapon license'

SB5463 would basically require all firearms to be locked up when not in your possession

SB5506 would make transferring a firearm while conducting nonprofit fund-raising activities exempt from background checks

WY

HB0231 would allow for the possession of antique firearms by convicted felons
 
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We didn't have much in the way of new bills to post yesterday so we held off until today.

Here's the new batch of bills:

CO

SB116 is a constitutional carry bill and it would also allow carrying on college campuses

FL

S0610 would make businesses liable if they post their property to ban the carrying of firearms

GA

SB91 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from buying a firearm unless they petition the courts and get approval

SB92 would allow police to stop and detain a person to see if they have a carry permit

IA

HF145 is a universal background check bill

HF157 is an assault weapon ban bill

IL

HB0796 would drop the cost of a concealed carry permit

KS

HB2220 would prohibit school officials or state boards from making any rules prohibiting carrying on campus

SB108 would remove liability from public employers that allow employees to carry from any wrongful or negligent act of an employee carrying a concealed handgun

MD

HB608 would allow an occupant of a dwelling to protect themselves against any intruder including using deadly force

HB610 would remove the language from law regarding applications for carry permits which requires a reason to carry to be given

HB611 would allow school boards to allow employees to carry firearms on school property

SB467 would add antique firearms to firearms not to be possessed by a prohibited person

NM

SB259 would require anyone served with an order of protection to surrender their firearms to law enforcement, a licensed dealer or a neutral third party

NY

A03421 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family when someone dies. It also make all registration information private

A03661 would set up gun violence restraining orders very similar to California law

A03729 would ban 'ghost knives'

A03732 would literally make high capacity magazine manufacturers liable for death and injury when one of their products is used in a crime

S03902 would make all concealed carry permit information exempt from freedom of information requests

A03438 would prevent the transfer of a firearm for 10 days unless NICS returns a proceed code

S03958 would allow firearms to be transferred to immediate family members upon the person's death

S03963 would allow those that hold a NY pistol license to privately sell and buy firearms

S03966 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban

S03968 would repeal the section of the SAFE act that regulates ammunition sellers

S03917 would allow non-residents with a permit from their home state carry as long as the person is subject to the same conditions and limitations (except for eligibility to possess or carry) in their home state as they would in New York. The bill would also set up temporary permits for people from states that don't require a permit.

OR

SB655 is an interesting bill. It would continue to allow local government to regulate firearms but those with a carry license, or someone from a state that has reciprocity with Oregon, would be exempt from those laws

SB667 would clarify that the term firearm as used in law does not include antique firearms

SB669 would exempt those with carry permits from background checks when buying firearms

SB670 would allow 18 to 20 year old active service members to get a carry permit

SB675 would allow persons awaiting a carry permit that have submitted a protection from abuse order to carry firearms

SB679 would preempt all local governments from regulating firearms

SB681 would allow military personnel to carry on base

SB272 would remove switchblades from the definition of dangerous weapons

PA

SB224 would eliminate the PICS system in favor of using the NICS system for background checks

SB117 would Expand the categories for denial of firearms ownership.

HB273 would create a self-exclusion list for firearm sales that would be maintained by state police

HB265 adds hearing and notification requirements when a license to carry is revoked

SD

SB144 would allow service members to carry a firearm without a permit

TN

HB0170 would allow veterans with carry licenses to carry on college property

UT

HB0237 amends several areas of law including restraining order sentencing BUT it also exempts anyone 21 years or older that is not otherwise prohibited §76-10-504 (penalties for carrying a deadly weapon).

VA

HB2414 would give a person limited immunity from prosecution when they call 911 for the purpose of getting help after using, or attempting to use, justifiable force or deadly force to protect themselves. This would prevent something said in an extremely stressed state from being used against someone in a court of law.

VT

H0151 is a universal background check bill

WA

HB1725 would add an exemption for background checks if the buyer has a concealed carry license

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US

HB163 would repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act

HJR40 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'

SJR14 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'

HR71 calls for a review of both the 'Disclosure of Payments by Resource Extraction Issuers' and the the rule submitted by the Social Security Administration relating to Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007

HB613 would allow corrections officers to carry firearms in all 50 states and would require prisons to set up a storage area for those that carry.

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
#9 ·
Here's the second set of bills out this week:

FL

S0618 would allow firearms to be carried into airport terminals (non-secure areas)

S0620 would strike any meeting of the Legislature or a committee from the list of prohibited places

S0622 would allow carrying on college campuses

S0626 would strike meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality, or special district from the list of prohibited places

S0644 would allow open carry with a license

S0646 would make the penalty for open carry a non-criminal offense punishable by a $25 fine, furthermore the person may not be arrested

GA

HB232 would require proof of training when applying for or renewing a carry license

ID

H0093 would allow active military to carry without a license

IL

HB1810 would add a 3.75% tax on all firearms and firearm component parts

HB2354 would create gun violence protection orders very similar to California


MD

HB663 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license

SB511 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license

ME

LD350 would repeal law regarding dealers keeping a copy of a firearm sale record

LD351 would allow local governments to prohibit carrying at municipal meetings and voting places

LD352 would require a gun lock to be included in all retail gun sales

MN

SF166 would make information given for carry licenses private

MT

HB385 would allow school employees that have a carry permit to carry on school property

NC

H33 would restore firearm right to person convicted of a non-violent felony prior to December 1, 1995 that meet certain criteria

NY

A04129 would make firearm, ammunition and other hunting supplies tax free the last weekend of August

A04487 would require all ammunition sold in the state to be 'coded' and would create a state database to track coded ammunition

PA

HB292 would ban binary explosives

SB116 would require completion of a safety course to get a license to carry firearms

SD

HB1156 would allow those with an enhanced permit to carry in the capitol

TN

HB0363 would allow anyone with a handgun carry permit to carry a concealed handgun into a posted building or prohibited place operated by a state or local governmental entity unless there are metal detectors and armed security guards stationed at all public entrances

HB0367 would add people whose 'convictions have been expunged or the person has had full rights of citizenship restored under the laws of this state, another state, or federal law' to the list of exemptions for unlawful carrying of a firearm

SB0269 would regulate training required for carry licenses and would also allow 8 year permit holders to convert to a lifetime license at any time

SB0309 would stiffen sentencing for crimes committed semi-auto firearms (ignoring crime committed with other firearms)

SB0308 would take 50% of all handgun permit fees and donate them to non-profits that support the families of first responders that have lost their life in the line of duty

SB0339 would drop fines for carrying a handgun without a permit

SB0386 would allow a defense for unlawful possession of a firearm if the person was convicted of certain crimes and their rights to citizenship have been restored

UT

HB0252 would require firearms confiscated from criminals to be sold at auction or to a licensed dealer

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

SB162 would gut Washington DC's restrictive firearm laws

SB159 would terminate 'operation choke point' which had been used against firearm dealers by banks

SB151 is a terrorist watch list bill that would require the sale or transfer of any firearm to anyone that has been investigated for terrorism within the last 10 years to be reported to the government. It would also allow the delay of a sale if a person has been investigated within the last 10 years. The scary part is this bill was introduced by Republican Marc Rubio

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
#10 ·
Here's your first batch of bills for the week:

AZ

HB2427 would make it a crime to keep unlocked firearms in your home

HB2464 would prohibit state employees or money from being used to enforce any new federal firearm laws

FL

H0673 would waive firearm purchase background checks for anyone that has a carry license

GA

SB135 would require anyone applying for a carry permit to show proof that they have attended a state approved safety course that must be 8 hours long minimum

HB280 would permit those with carry permits to carry on school property with some exceptions

IL

HB2498 would ban firearms in all casinos

HB2481 would legalize suppressors but only for handguns

HB2480 would exempt anyone that has a concealed carry license from purchase waiting periods

KS

SB156 would make it a crime to leave an unlocked firearm where a child might access it

KY

HB249 would allow adults with concealed carry licenses to carry on school property

ME

LD501 would require anyone who wishes to buy a firearm to show proof that they have taken an approved firearm safety course

LD443 would allow publicly funded hospitals to ban firearms

MD

HB820 would make carry permits from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC., or West Virginia valid in the state

HB821 would make carry permits valid for 5 years

HB827 would allow the training requirement for a carry permit to be waived in certain circumstances, such as when they are cover by a protection from abuse order

SB948 would require background checks on the private sale or transfer of rifles and shotguns with some exceptions

SB946 would make it a crime to carry on any property of an institution of higher learning

SB1011 would set up the right to defend oneself and ones property using deadly force

HB875 would remove the live fire requirements for concealed carry licenses

HB891 would lower the length of training classes required when applying for or renewing a concealed carry permit

HB905 would cut the cost of a handgun qualification license in half

SB826 would prohibit suspending sentences for anyone convicted of carrying a firearm if they have previously been convicted of certain crimes

MN

SF649 is a constitutional carry bill

SF650 is a constitutional carry bill

MO

HB859 would create the second amendment preservation act that would attempt to nullify any new federal laws within the state's borders

HB853 would allow people to deduct up to $500 a year for firearm training and safety courses on their taxes

NM

SB328 would allow temporary carry permits, good for up to 45 days, to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse

SB337 would create the crime of carrying on capitol property, the bill would ban open carry on that property

NV

SB102 would allow firearms in private vehicles on college campuses, private schools and day care centers

NY

A04564 would allow active military to get carry permits and carry without a permit for up to 90 days

A04571 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban

A04691 would allow ownership of high capacity magazines that were manufacturer prior to September 13, 1994

A04798 would set up a state backed gun buyback program for local governments

A04862 would exempt 'qualified military personnel from the high capacity magazine ban

A04482 would prohibit firearms from property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University

A04456 would require firearm manufacturers and dealers to report to the state how man firearms they make or sell on an annual basis

A04962 would prohibit anyone under 12 years old from entering a gun show

A05300 would remove the prohibition on owning suppressors

A05043 would make firearm records exempt from freedom of information act requests

OH

HB33 would prohibit unlocked firearms in homes with children

OK

SB383 is a constitutional carry bill

SB65 would ban the use of public money to promote gun control

OR

HB2840 would make background check fees tax deductable

HJR13 is a resolution to change the state constitution so that it would be legal for law enforcement to ask if someone is carrying a firearm

RI

S0223 is a high capacity magazine ban with no grandfather clause, anyone owning them would have 120 days to get rid of them

TN

HB0493 is a constitutional carry, preemption, carry on school property bill. Just loaded with good stuff

HB0506 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements

HB0508 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages

SB0445 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages

SB0531 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements

HB0561 would prevent banks and lending institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses

WA

HB1933 would allow for the transfer of firearms without a background check at non-profit fund raising activities

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Here's your second batch of new bills for the week, and BTW what the heck is going on in Illinois and Tennessee this year?

AL

HB101 would waive the fee for a concealed carry license for honorably discharged vets

SB70 would exempt retired law enforcement from the prohibition on possessing a firearm in certain designated places

CA

AB424 would prevent school administrators from giving permission to someone to have a firearm on school property

FL

H0779 removes the exemption about temporarily exposing a concealed firearm but it also makes it a non-criminal offense with a fine of $25

GA

HB286 is a constitutional carry bill

HB334 would make anyone under a restraining order a prohibited person for the duration of that order

IL

HB2599 would add 'handgun components and accessories' to the definition of handgun for preemption purposes

HB2602 would cut the cost of carry permits by 50%

HB2605 would make it easier for non-residents to get carry permits

HB2684 would remove the restriction for carrying on public transportation

HB2720 is a universal background check bill that actually exempts gun shows

HB2821 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns

HB2823 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to carry while hunting

HB2833 would limit firearm sales to one a month

HB2845 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card

HB2934 would allow concealed carry in highway rest areas

HB2945 would repeal the need for a FOID card when buying stun guns and tazers

HB3000 would cut the cost of concealed carry licenses in half

HB3034 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed

HB3178 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act

HB3228 would make carry license good for 10 years

HB3231 would repeal the ban on carrying concealed weapons in parks

HB3338 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period

HB3352 would require anyone that has lost their FOID card to report it within 10 days

HB3390 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period

HB3398 would allow residents that move out of the state to apply for a non-resident license to carry

HB3404 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns

HB3429 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories

SB1291 would create lethal violence protection orders so that a family member can petition the court to have all firearms removed

SB1300 would allow full time firefighters that have concealed carry licenses to carry on duty

SB1301 would set up reciprocity with other states

SB1302 would allow concealed carry in rest areas

SB1303 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation

SB1323 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation

SB1324 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act

SB1387 would drop the fees for concealed carry licenses

SB1423 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories

SB1448 would make railroads that transport firearms notify local police when they are coming through

SB1512 would make anyone that doesn't have a concealed carry license wait 72 hours before accepting delivery of a firearm from a dealer

SB1524 would allow non-resident active military to apply for carry permits

SB1589 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed

SB1603 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card

SB1613 would repeal the waiting period for firearm sales

SB1657 would require firearm dealers to be licensed with the state

SB1673 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns

SB1674 would remove the 'similar requirements' language from law regarding non-resident licenses

SB1698 would repeal preemption of 'assault weapons' but would also invalidate any local law regarding them not enacted before or within 10 days of July 9, 2013

SB1711 would allow concealed carry in rest areas

SB1828 would require a full set of fingerprints to be submitted when applying for or renewing a firearm owners card

SB1868 would allow law enforcement to sell firearms confiscated from convicted criminals at auction

SB1877 would repeal the prohibition on carry in parks

HB3499 would prohibit carrying of firearms at any building, real property, or parking area under the control of a house of worship

HB3625 would begin the process of setting up reciprocity with other states and would remove language about 'similar laws regarding carrying of weapons' from the language involving non-resident licenses

HB3681 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to transport rifles and shotguns in vehicles without having to break them down

HB3682 would limit the time the concealed carry review board has to render a decision

HB3734 is an assault weapon and 50 cal rifle ban that requires anyone that owns one to get rid of it within 300 days of the effective date of this law

HB3835 would prohibit a state police database of firearm transactions and would require them to destroy all existing records except for the identification number and date of transaction

HB3873 would require anyone with a FOID card that the federal government has determined that the person is unable manage his or her own affairs, estate, or benefits to report to state police within 30 days of the determination so the state police can inform NICS

HB3878 would create a hunting sales tax holiday where firearms and accessories used for hunting would be tax free

SB2055 would allow Illinois residents with Florida permits to carry in the state

SB2076 would change preemption law to remove assault weapon and include all rifles and shotguns

A05599 would repeal section 1, chapter 1 of the SAFE act

MD

HB958 would prohibit law enforcement from capturing license plate data at gun shows

NC

H69 is a constitutional carry bill

NY

A05358 would repeal section 1. chapter 1 of the SAFE act

A05366 would allow military recruiters to carry while working

A05388 would repeal the requirement for re-certification of firearm applications

A05493 would make anyone that gives or sells a weapon to another that thinks they might commit a crime with it guilty of a class A felony

NV

AB118 would allow 18-20 year olds who are active military or honorably discharged to get concealed carry licenses

OR

SB775 would waive background check requirements for those that have a carry license

PA

HB420 would allow firearm sales to go through if the PICS system is down for more than 48 or if it is down and the person has a license to carry firearms

HB434 would protect all firearms and accessories made and kept in the state from federal laws

RI

H5437 would prohibit the alteration of imitation firearms

SC

H3240 would require the state to accept all other states carry permits

TN

HB0688 would add an exception (to unlawful carry law) for carrying in motor vehicles and boats

HB0689 would allow military forms to be used for proof of firearm training

HB0744 would make firearms and accessories tax free the first weekend of September

HB0752 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order who is not otherwise prohibited to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days

HB0884 would allow any valid permit holder to carry just about anywhere in the state with very limited exceptions

HB0958 would require the bureau of inspection to notify the department of health if someone who has been prohibited due to mental reasons attempt to buy a firearm.

SB0653 would allow those with carry permits to carry into buildings that are posted unless they have metal detectors and armed security guards

SB0670 would create 'Security Temporary Orders of Protection' where law enforcement can petition the court to have a person's firearm and ammunition taken

SB0671 would create an internet based 'do not sell' list where a person could add themselves and that data would be given to NICS

HB0962 would create an internet based, voluntary, do not sell database that would allow people to sign themselves up and the data would be transmitted to the NICS system

HB1006 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force

HB1176 would drop the penalty of carrying without a permit to a class C misdemeanor with a fine of $25

HB1221 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit

HB1254 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state

HB1319 is a universal background check bill

HB1395 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen

HB1407 would prohibit the use of public funds or employees in enforcing any federal firearm law that would violate state law or the state constitution

SB0861 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force

SB0921 would repeal the provisions of law that outlaw suppressors

SB0933 would prohibit financial institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses

SB0983 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days as long as they aren't a prohibited person

SB1004 would make firearms and accessories tax exempt the first week of September

SB1097 is a universal background check bill

SB1186 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen

SB1241 would increase penalties for crimes committed with a firearm

SB1273 would create a tax free weekend for firearms and acceossories

SB1338 would allow the department of safety to accept military forms as proof of firearm training

SB1340 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit

SB1402 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state

SB1339 would expand the right to carry a firearm on boats and other motorized vehicles

SB1341 would expand the places a permit holder may carry

TX

HB1692 would allow storage of firearms and ammunition by those with a license to carry in the parking lots of schools

UT

HB0329 would form a reciprocity council in an attempt to get more states to recognize Utah permits and establish more reciprocity agreements

WA

HB2042 would allow the governor to regulate firearm possession after declaring a state of emergency

SB5795 would require anyone wishing to buy a firearm to have a liability insurance policy

WI

SB34 is a universal background check bill

WV

HB2060 would increase penalties for using a firearm while committing a felony

HB2092 would increase penalties for using a firearm during a drug related offense

HB2100 would allow military personnel and their spouses to get carry licenses

HB2138 would preempt and nullify all local and federal laws that infringe on the right to bear arms

HB2209 would add knives to preemption of local laws

HB2212 would exempt all firearms, a firearm accessory or ammunition manufactured and retained in the state from federal laws

HB2311 would nullify all future federal and local firearm regulations that are consider against the true meaning of the second amendment

SB211 would prohibit county parks and recreation commissions from regulating firearms

SB227 would allow lawful concealed carry in state parks, stte wildlife areas, state forest recreational facilities and on marked trails within state park or state forest borders or on state rail trails;

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

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HB788 would provide funding for new ranges and expansion of existing ranges at federal parks and land

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Okay folks, here's your latest batch of lunacy (bills) from around the country .... some real doozies this time:

CA

AB721 would add district attorney's offices to buy short barreled rifles and shotguns

AB757 would add self-defense as an acceptable cause to apply for a carry license

SB464 would require that all firearms stored by a dealer shall be locked in a vault or chained down. It would also require them to build concrete barriers to protect the building from being rammed by a car

FL

H0803 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry

S0908 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry

H0819 would make business owners responsible for their customer safety if they prohibit carrying of firearms

H0835 would require all firearms to be locked at all times if there are children under 16 in the hone

S0956 would require anyone who wishes to get a concealed carry license to be screened by a mental health profession

H0849 is a very strange change to carrying on school property, it elminates the term private for schools and adds the term 'during school hours or during school-sanctioned events' to the prohibition for carrying firearms. Very confusing and poorly worded, could lead to a lot of confusion

GA

SB163 would create a concealed carry holder database that would be available to law enforcement

SB177 is a constitutional carry bill

HB406 would change reciprocity laws to allow anyone from another state that is licensed in that state to carry weapons provided they are at least 21 years old

IA

SF254 would prevent health care professionals from inquire about firearm ownership

SF256 would prohibit college boards from enacting any policies that prohibit firearms on campuses

KY

HB316 is a constitutional carry bill

SR97 is a resolution asking congress to back the hearing protection act of 2017

HB417 would prohibit the banning of concealed carry holders from any place an off duty officer can carry

MD

HB1448 would require all rifle and shotgun sales and transfers to go through a dealer and a background check with very limited exceptions

HB1398 would prohibit police from using license plate captcha data to determine of the person has a carry permit

SB1091 would make carry permits good for 5 years

ME

LD574 would remove the requirement to inform law enforcement that you are carrying a firearm during traffic stops and detainment

LD595 would prohibit state and local law enforcement from seizing any firearm pursuant to the authority of a federal law or regulation or an executive order of the President of the United States and would include civil damages for said officer

LD598 would repeal the statue that requires persons carrying a firearm to inform law enforcement when stopped

MN

HF1223 would make carry permits free for active duty military

HF1356 would ban lead ammunition for deer hunting

MO

HB929 would repeal parts of the states stand your ground law

MT

HB461 would provide a tax credit, up to $500 per year, for the purchase of a gun safe or trigger lock

HB480 would set up a means for those who have lost their firearm rights due to mental issues to petition the court to have those rights restored

NC

H134 would eliminate the requirement for a signed release for mental health records for carry licenses

NM

SB410 would prohibit carrying firearms with 200 feet of a polling place

SB428 would allow anyone with a carry license to carry anywhere in the state, with very limited exceptions

HB483 would set up an enhanced concealed carry license

NV

AB171 is a constitutional carry bill

SB124 would remove all due process for those convicted of domestic violence in regards to owning firearms

SB115 would prohibit carrying weapons in public libraries and the Nevada system of higher education

NY

S04392 would require gun owners to keep their guns locked up

A05826 is ANOTHER microstamping bill

OR

SB797 would prohibit firearm dealers to complete a sale until they have received a unique approval number from the state police, no matter how long it takes

SB804 would exempt temporary transfers for hunting and at ranges from background checks

PA

SB383 would allow certain school employees access to firearms

SB386 would increase the penalties for making a false statement on a firearm form

SB98 is another attempt to allow Philadelphia to have their own guns laws by increasing penalties on the illegal carry of firearms

RI

H5510 would make person convicted of misdemeanors involving domestic abuse prohibited persons

H5554 would make it felony to transfer a firearm to anyone the person knows or 'reasonably should know' is prohibited

TX

HB14 would prohibit carrying firearms in state hospitals

HB1819 would legalize suppressors

SB842 would legalize suppressors

HB1911 is an oddly done constitutional carry bill

HB1915 would make any school property, or buildings owned by schools prohibited places for carrying firearms

HB1945 would legalize suppressors

HB1966 would prohibit landlords and condominiums from prohibiting firearms

UT

HB0388 would raise the criminal background check fee when buying a firearm to $10

WI

AB65 is a universal background check bill

WV

HB2369 would make all federal firearms laws regarding semi-automatic weapons and high capacity magazines unenforceable within the state

HB2430 would allow anyone that has a carry permit to carry on the grounds of the capitol complex

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB629 would prohibit a determination of prohibition to purchase firearms for mental health issues for veterans without an order or finding of a judge, magistrate, or other judicial authority

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Here's your batch of new bills for the week .... and oh Mass do you have a list of them!

CA

SB497 would limit the sale of rifles and shotguns to one every 30 days

AB1471 would add the state highway patrol, the department of corrections and rehabilitation, the department of fish and wildlife to buy and use suppressors

SB710 would make it legal to own suppressors and to use them for hunting

FL

H0965 would make fingerprinting service non-taxable

IA

HF397 would make anyone charged with a hate crime a prohibited person and would require anyone who knows, or should know, a firearm has been stolen to report it within 72 hours

HSB136 would create a tax credit for anyone buying a gun safe of 50% of the cost, up to $2000

HF398 is an assault weapon ban bill

KY

SCR119 would set up a task force to investigate allowing local government to control firearm laws

KS

SB210 would make state hospitals prohibited places

MA

S1283 would repeal the ban on stun guns

S1287 would prohibit firearm dealers from selling more than 15 firearms to a person in a year

S1298 would add a 4.75% sales tax on all firearms and ammunition to fund a firearm violence prevention trust fund

S1302 would increase penalties for possessing an assault weapon or large capacity magazine

S1309 would prohibit the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency

S1317 would legalize owning suppressors

S1318 would drop firearm license fees by more than half

S1319 would remove the prohibition for having a loaded firearm in recreational vehicles as long as the person has a permit

S1320 would make non-resident licenses good for 6 years

S1321 would require any business that sells ammunition to anyone within the state to be licensed. This includes businesses that sell over the internet

S1324 would remove language about revocation of a firearm license for not reporting a change of address

S1338 would drop the fee for firearm licenses by more then half

S1339 would make non-resident licenses good for 6 years

S1340 would legalize owning suppressors

S1365 would make anyone that bought, sold or owned a firearm prior to July 21, 2016 that is now consider an assault weapon (per the Attorney General's rule) exempt from those laws

S839 would make it illegal to fire a weapon at a dwelling

S973 would make it illegal to carry a firearm in a courthouse

H1249 would legalize electronic stun guns

H1265 would allow a very narrow list of non-residents to apply for a carry license

H1278 would reduce firearm license fees for senior citizens using some crazy math

H1280 is an attempt to enforce the attorney general's new assault weapon list

H1281 is an attempt to outlaw the ownership of all high capacity mags

H1283 is a universal background check bill

H1285 is an attempt to roll back the attorney general's new assault weapon definitions

H1290 would remove revocation language from law regarding license and not reporting a change of address

H1296 is a preemption of local firearm regulations bill

H1309 would remove the prohibition of loaded firearm in RVs

H1315 would clarify non-residents may transport unloaded firearms from any place where it is legal to have them to another

H763 would make it legal to own suppressors

H789 would make it legal to own suppressors

H908 would strengthen penalties for firing a weapon at a dwelling

MN

SF1261 is a universal background check bill

SF1262 would create 'gun violence protection orders' very similar to California law

HF1590 would require the motor vehicle to keep records about concealed carry permits for those with drivers licenses but it would also prevent that information from public release

HF1605 is a 'gun violence protection order' bill very similar to California law

HF1646 would require the motor vehicle to keep records about concealed carry permits for those with drivers licenses but it would also prevent that information from public release

HF1669 is a universal background check bill

NC

H174 would allow carrying firearms in buildings that are both a school and a place of worship

OR

HB2973 would repeal the requirement for a background check during private transfers

SB854 would exempt anyone under the protection of a court order, anyone who is a 'certified participant in the address confidentiality program' or anyone Oregon driver license bearing a 'Continuous Traveler' residence address from background checks provided they are not prohibited

SB855 would create exemptions for possessing a firearm without a license to things like traveling to and from a range and if a person is under the protection of the courts and has applied for a permit

PA

HB528 would make anyone on the terrorist watch list a prohibited person

TX

HB2034 would require any firearm sale done over the internet to go through a licensed dealer and background check

HB2066 would waive carry license fees for active military

HB2105 would remove language requiring a license from carrying on campus law

HB2562 would prohibit employers from prohibiting firearms stored in vehicles on their property

HB2083 would provide expedited carry permits and would waive fees for anyone under the protection of a court order or anyone who has an immediate family member under the protection of a court order

UT

HB0259 would clarify there is no duty to retreat before using deadly force against an aggressor

WI

AB74 would create a 48 hour waiting period when buying handguns

WV

HB2587 clarifies language concerning carrying of firearm to state they may be carried for self defense in state parks, state forests and state recreational areas

SB388 would add 'public or private parking areas' to places exempt from prohibited places when legally carrying a firearm

HB2679 would prohibit county park and recreation commissions from enacting any rules prohibiting firearms

SB407 would allow 18 year olds that have a permit from their state to carry in West Virginia

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB1045 would remove the prohibition on carrying firearms at a water resources development projects

HB1047 would require ATF to make video recordings of all firearm tests and make them available to the public

HB1079 would require schools to disclose their firearm policies in a public manner. Our question would be why?

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Here's this week of new notable bills from around the country and from Washington DC

AK

SB69 would require anyone carrying a weapon in a vehicle that is pulled over to inform the officer immediately and allow the officer to secure the firearm during the stop

AR

HB1837 would repeal the prohibition on carry on state capitol property and buildings as long as the person has a carry permit

HB1864 would allow members of the general assembly that have carry permits to carry in the capitol

HB1889 would create new a new offense of carrying a weapon in a prohibited place


FL

H1103 would prohibit anyone under any form of restraining order, whether permanent or temporary, form owning firearms

H6033 would repeal the law regarding doctors being prohibited from asking patients about firearm ownership now that it has been found unconstitutional by the courts

S1330 would change the prohibition on carry guns at schools to apply only to public schools

S1334 would require all private sales to go through a dealer along with a background check

H1113 is a universal background check bill

H6039 would remove the prohibition on carrying at any meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality, or special district, any meeting of the Legislature or a committee and at career centers

S1518 would retract the language regarding doctors asking about guns that was recently struck down by the courts

IA

SSB1175 is a hodge podge of changes to firearm laws including preemption and stand your ground changes

HF517 would change a myriad of firearm laws including making permits valid for 5 years

ID

H0240 would allow schools to offer an elective firearm safety class for secondary schools

KS

HB2339 would exempt suppressor prohibitions under §50-1204 Personal firearms, accessories and ammunition manufactured in Kansas;

MO

HB1068 would make anyone convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence or anyone subject to a restraining order prohibited

NC

H251 would allow concealed carry on UNC & CC campuses

NJ

AR217 is a resolution denouncing the vote by congress to roll back the SSA regulations

NY

A06140 would limit the scope of the SAFE act to the counties of Kings, Queens, Richmond, New York and Bronx.

S04728 would require anyone wanting to look at a firearm in a gun shop to produce identification and for the dealer to hold that identification while the person is in possession of the firearm

A06187 would make it a crime to sell or transfer a firearm to another person without 'transferring the title' of the firearm. Since when do firearms have titles? The bill would also make it a crime to not report a lost or stolen firearm.

A06345 would prohibit firearms at government meetings

A06346 would ban the sale of any firearm that does not incorporate a childproofing device

A06347 would require the state police be notified of all shipments of firearms of firearms and would allow the delivery to be postponed until a police investigation is completed

S04824 would create gun violence restraining orders

OH

SB81 would make active, retired and honorably discharged members of the armed forces exempt from concealed carry license fees

OR

SB905 would abolish the governor's security detail in response to state employees not being allowed to carry firearms

SB868 would extreme risk protection orders similar to California's gun violence protection orders

HB3271 would prohibit the Oregon Department of Administrative Services from creating regulations regarding firearms

HB3281 would allow state employees to store their firearms in their vehicles on state property

HB3287 would prohibit any state agency from adopting any rule prohibiting employees with concealed carry licenses from carrying

HB3306 would prohibit any state agency from adopting any rule prohibiting employees with concealed carry licenses from carrying

SB920 would set up reciprocity with any state that recognizes Oregon permits

SB923 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order and that has applied for a carry permit to carry without a permit until their permit is issued

PA

HB610 would require every firearm in the state to be registered and be issued a separate certificate for each registration

HB657 would require background checks to rent firearms at gun ranges

SB5 would strengthen preemption laws to include relief and legal fees to a person challenging a local ordinance

RI

H5729 would change law regarding transportation of firearms to make out of state parties to be required to have a permit from a state that has reciprocity with Rhode Island

H5730 would require an FBI background check, with fingerprints to get a license to carry

S0374 would set up reciprocity for carry license with other states

S0399 would allow hunting with supressors

S0403 would make 'straw purchases' illegal, which they already are under federal law

S0404 would make carrying rifles or shotguns illegal anywhere but their home, business or property they own

S0412 would make imitation firearms illegal

TX

HB2380 would add a defense for carrying on posted property if the person is asked to leave and does

HB2543 is a really stupid bill that would make possessing a firearm by certain person illegal, only problem is they already are prohibited

SB1146 would allow concealed carry holders to enter certain state hospitals

HB2655 would prohibit people from owning firearms in the exact same way the Obama administration tried to prohibit them via the social security administration

SB1188 would prohibit carrying firearms on the premises of a recreation center owned by the government

HB2712 would set up guidelines for firearm buyback programs and would require all firearms accepted to be destroyed if their is no evidence they were used in a crime

WI

AB89 would create mandatory minimum sentences for a conviction of illegal possession of a firearm

WV

HB2714 would allow those with carry permits to carry in a private primary or secondary education building, structure or facility.

HB2712 would allow anyone with a carry permit to carry on the grounds of the state capitol complex

HR11 is a resolution supporting the federal hearing protection act bill

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress:

SB394 would treat spouses of military personnel the same in regards to firearm laws and residency requirement laws regarding firearms

HB1137 is meant to reverse the ban on re-importing firearms as curios and relics such as the M1 Garands that are sitting in South Korea

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
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Here's this weeks batch of legislation and there's some really important ones for a few states, including consitutional carry in Arkansas and PICS to NICS in Pennsylvanaia, also some seriously anti-gun ones in a few states like Florida where some idiot wants mental health checks to buy guns. Alos this week the national reciprocity act is in alons with federal protections for vets being labeled mentally defective and some idiot federal legislator that wants kits treated the same as firearms

AR

HB1899 would create temporary licenses to carry for those under the protection of the court

SB585 is a constitutional carry bill

SB594 would allow those with concealed carry license to carry on public funded college campuses

HB1920 would reduce the cost of concealed carry licenses by licensing street legal all terrain vehicles

HB1985 would lift the prohibition on firearms for anyone convicted of a non-violent felony and 10 years has elapsed since the sentence was completed

HB1994 is a constitutional carry bill

HB2076 would reduce the carry license fee to $50 and would create a lifetime carry license that would cost $150

HB2110 would make it easier for active military and vets to get carry licenses

HB2118 would make businesses that prohibit carrying firearms liable for the safety of customers

HB2119 would make colleges that prohibit carrying firearms liable for the safety of their students and faculty

HB2168 would allow colleges to permit firearms on campus

SB660 would repeal the ban on firearms on school property

SB724 would exempt private colleges from posting no firearm signs on their buildings

SB728 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to carry in state offices, agencies and facilities and the state capitol building

SB743 would allow municipalities to hold a public vote to outlaw open carry in their town

DCV

B22-0157 would repeal some regulations stun guns but would still highly regulate them

FL

H1355 would require anyone wanting to get a concealed carry license to firt get a mental health evaluation

H1409 goes hand in hand with SO254, which requires registration of assault weapons and large capacity magazines, this bill would make that registration information private

MA

H2328 would prohibit carrying of firearms in courthouses

H2495 would require all gun owners to have liability insurance

H2507 would remove language in regards to license to remove the ability to restrict them in certain ways

H2508 would exempt veterans from renewal fees for carry permits

H2510 would create a commission to study gun free zones in an effort to eliminate them

ME

LD988 would make an exemption in the law prohibiting firearms on school to allow person carrying a firearm to pick up their child in the school parking lot

MD

SB1180 would disband the handgun permit review board, which it's critics say overrides state police 'nos' too many times

MN

HF1678 would give taxpayer money to anti-gun groups

SF1263 would give taxpayer money to anti-gun groups

NC

S204 would allow concealed carry on UNC & CC Campuses

NJ

S3054 would require anyone wanting to buy ammunition to first show an id

NY

A06432 would permit private sales between parties that have a NY pistol license

A06433 would allow anyone with a valid out of state carry permit to carry in New York state for up to a month

A06448 would repeal the SAFE act's high capacity magazine ban

OR

HB3107 would allow elected officials to carry firearms in courthouses while performing official duties if they have a license to carry

PA

HB682 would outlaw replica toy guns

HB680 would require anyone who owns, wants to purchase or possess a firearm to get a firearms eligibility license

HB684 would make it illegal to carry firearms in most government buildings in Harrisburg

HB718 would make gun safes and locking devices tax exempt

HB763 would eliminate the PICS system in favor of the NICS

HB775 would prohibit sharing any license to carry information with any other state that does not have a reciprocity agreement with PA in place

TX

HB3006 would allow state agencies to set up 'self-serve' firearm storage lockers with a fee of no more than $1 a day

HB3007 would allow state agencies to set up 'self-serve' firearm storage lockers with a fee of no more than $1 a day

HB3390 would exempt vets who within the last 10 years had completed training in firearms or range qualification from the handgun proficiency requirements when applying for a license to carry firearms

SB1448 would prohibit employers from stopping employees that have a license to carry from storing their firearm in their vehicle

HB3553 would prohibit law enforcement from releasing any information on carry license holders or firearm owners to the public

HB3784 would require the department of safety to create an online course for the classroom portion of the handgun proficiency class.

HB3801 would set up a means to get disqualifying charges (in pertaining to getting a carry license) rescinded

SB1704 would set up a means to get disqualifying charges (in pertaining to getting a carry license) rescinded

SB1719 would set up a defense to prosecution for the offense of trespass when a persona carrying is asked to leave and immediately does

SB1736 would grant limited liability to businesses that permit carrying firearms

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US Congress

HB1181 would prevent the veteran's administration from labeling anyone as metally defective without a court order

SB446 is the long awaited national concealed carry reciprocity act

HB1278 is an attempt to make gun kits regulated the same as completed firearms

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#18 ·
Sorry we are late this week but here are the new bills for the week

AL

HB410 is just an amazing bill that reads like a wish list for gun owners. Not only would it enact campus carry, it would allow schools to appoint faculty that can carry firearms, allow those with a carry license to carry in certain government buildings as much much more.

SB330 would allow sheriffs to issue permits to anyone in the state

HB414 would repeal many prohibitions for carrying firearms in certain areas such as wildlife management areas

AR

HB1827 would drop concealed carry licenses to $90 and $50 for anyone 65 and over

ID

S1161 would change self defense law to clarify there is no duty to retreat

S1183 would provide immunity for all property owners that immunity from causes regarding person carry a firearm on that property

ME

LD1050 would allow municipalities to prohibit emergency medical services personnel from carrying firearms while on duty

MT

HB601 would make some ranges exempt from property taxes

NC

H345 would open up places controlled by schools that are not actual classrooms for carrying firearms, it would also allow legislators that have carry permits to carry in the capitol

NJ

SCR149 is a resolution supporting suing the governor over his change in the justifiable need for a firearm definition

ACR234 supports the senate resolution that supports suing the governor to stop him from loosening the need requirements for carry permits

NY

A06787 would make firearm license information exempt from publication under the freedom of information act

A06805 would set up a means of restoration of firearm rights via the courts

PA

SB498 would prohibit any state money from being used to to enforce any federal registration, ban on ownership or registration of firearms

HB194 is another liberal attempt to ban assault weapons

HB832 would require all lost or stolen firearms to be reported within 72 hours

OR

SB1026 would make it a crime to leave a firearm where a minor could access it or where a person should 'reasonably know' a minor could access it

RI

S0587 would require anyone applying for a carry permit to undergo an FBI background check including fingerprints


TX

SB1942 would allow anyone with a carry permit to keep it locked in their vehicle on school grounds

SB1943 would stop homeowner associations from regulating firearms and ammunition

SB1960 would drop the license to carry application fee to $25

HB3989 would further expand prohibitions on carrying firearms in an amusement park

WV

HB2922 would drop the fee for a license to carry to $25

SB587 would exempt honorably discharged vets from the fee for a license to carry

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance


US Congress:

HB1417 would allow the National Law Enforcement Museum to 'acquire, receive, possess, collect, ship, transport, import, and display firearms'

SB533 is another ridiculous ghost gun bill put out by the usual gun illiterate Democrats

HB1475 would make gun intrastate trafficking illegal, something it most definitely already is

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#19 ·
Here's the new notable bills for the week, some good, some really horrid!

DC

B22-0193 would require anyone under a temporary protection order to surrender their firearms

MA

H3081 would create 'extreme risk protection orders' that would allow authorities to seize a person's firearms and ammunition

H3254 is in response to the attorney general's reclassification of some firearms as assault weapons and it would require at least 3 public hearings before any such reclassification could happen

H3271 would create a smart gun task force

ME

LD1154 would set up a system whereby a drivers license would be marked that a person is not a prohibited and then private sellers could request to see such an id. Very strange bill

LD1175 would create gun violence restraining orders

NC

H452 would exempt up to $5000 in firearms from civil debt collections

H438 would more clearly define the definition of mental disorder (regarding firearm permits)) and would set deadlines for sheriff departments to process them

S385 would drop the period of time after a non-violent felon serves their time to 10 years before they can petition to get their firearm rights restored

NJ

A4736 would require anyone buying handgun ammunition to show some form of photo identification

A4739 would require dealers to report all sales of handgun ammunition, along with the details of the sale to the state

AR221 is a resolution supporting the national reciprocity act

AR232 urges congress to oppose any federal law that infringes on the states right to regulate firearms

NV

SB387 would create 'high risk' protection orders similar to California where a person's firearms can be seized

SB351 would clarify that someone that uses medical marijuana is not prohibited from owning firearms

NY

A06828 would restrict how far a gunsmith or firearm dealer can be from child care facilities and schools

A06871 would make a pistol license holder to carry using it

OH

HB142 would eliminate the duty to inform section of law

HB151 is a universal background check bill

HB153 would outlaw the sale and manufacture of imitation firearms

HB152 would require anyone applying for a hunting license to state whether they are a prohibited person and any license issued would state they are prohibited from hunting with a firearm

PA

HB870 would allow school officials to appoint staff and teachers that are allowed access to firearms

HB918 would remove the 'character and reputation' provisions regarding applicants and suspensions of licenses to carry a firearm

WA

HB2174 would reduce the time that a dealer must wait to deliver as firearm if a background check is not completed

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US Congress

SB593 would expand firearm ranges on federal land to more places

HB1537 would repeal DC's restrictive firearm laws and would prohibit the mayor or city council from enacting any new firearm laws

SB618 would strengthen interstate transportation of firearm laws

HB1708 would require anyone wishing to purchase a firearm to have liability insurance

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#20 ·
Here's this week's bills. Thankfully it's slowing down a bit

CA

AB1394 would eliminate the good cause clause in carry licensing

IA

HF611 would create emergency firearm protection orders

MA

H3453 is a report suggesting MA has a private firearm sale loophole and recommends universal background checks

MI

SB0293 would require anyone that owns firearms and knows or should reasonably know a minor could get to it to keep it locked up

NC

S465 would allow elected officials to carry in courthouses if they have a permit

S504 would broaden the scope of prohibited places under the education area

S513 would add the same prohibitions for firearms for civil no contact orders that are included in protection from abuse orders

NY

A06941 would allow firearms to be passed down to family immediately and without any government interference

A06994 would create 'extreme risk' protection orders

A06999 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban in the SAFE act

A07023 would add a five dollar fee to every firearm sale to be used for a gun violence research fund

S05447 would create extreme risk protection orders that would allow a persons firearm to be seized

OH

SB122 would prohibit those with carry licenses from carrying at capitol square

PA

HB954 would exempt all firearms and ammunition manufacturer and kept in the state from all federal firearms

SB501 would make those under a protection order give up their firearm to law enforcement or sell them to a dealer, no other choices

RI

S0664 would give sheriff departments more reason to deny someone a carry permit

H6039 would make it more difficult to get a carry license and would allow the licensing authority to decide if applicants are a 'suitable person'

H6040 would set up reciprocity with as many states as possible

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB1692 is a ridiculous attempt to stop firearms from supposedly being shipped into Mexico. This is a solution looking for a problem.

HB1746 would ban carrying firearms in all areas of airports

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#21 ·
So here's the latest in bills, things are finally slowing down but there's still some good bills coming out and some no so good ones

AK

HB220 would add an exemption to law regarding reckless endangerment for 'defensive display of a firearm'

LA

HB43 would outlaw imitation firearms and ammunition on school property and within 1000 yards of school property

HB67 would make it a crime to let a child under 12 handle or even touch and UZI submachine gun

HB68 is a constitutional carry bill

MA

H3578 would make anyone that fails to report a lost or stolen firearm civilly liable if the firearm is used during the commission of a crime

H3609 would outlaw imitation firearms

H3610 would create 'extreme risk' protection orders very similar to California law

H3611 would create a voluntary prohibited list. Those checking themselves into a mental facility would be given a form to fill out. It would also make it that any dealer that sells to anyone on the list would lose their license

ME

LD1370 is a campus carry bill

LD1401 would allow the court to exempt a person convicted of a class A, B or C offense that did not include the threat of bodily harm and did not result in bodily harm from being a prohibited person

NC

H588 would make changes to the release of mental health records for the purposes of obtaining a license to carry and would allow carrying of firearms by those with permits in churches and educational facilities

H612 would create an elective course in all high schools for firearm education

H723 is an anti-gun nightmare of a bill that includes everything from lost and stolen, high capacity magazine bans, serial numbers for high capacity magazines, gun violence restraining orders and much more

H746 is a constitutional carry bill

PA

HB1115 would require background checks on all ammunition sales

WI

SB169 is a constitutional carry bill that also eliminates many places that are currently prohibited places

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB1832 would waste 50 million dollars over 5 years by allowing the CDC to conduct firearm safety and gun violence research, something that was tried before and became a partisan nightmare.

HB2089 would regulate the sale of Five-Seven firearms and would require testing of handguns for their ability to penetrate body armor

Proposed Federal Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance
 
#22 ·
Well things are slowing down on the legislative side but there are still some bills (good and bad) trickling out:

KS

HB2278 would prohibit gun free zones in government buildings unless they have security measures to prohibit anyone from bringing a firearm into the building

ME

LD1469 would make anyone that prohibits the legal carrying of firearms assume 'absolute custodial responsibility for the safety and defense' of those persons

LD1575 would change law regarding employees keeping firearms in vehicles to remove the requirement to have a carry permit

MI

HB4474 would allow those with carry permits to carry on military facilities

HB4554 would allow people to request their name be taken off the pistol entry database and the state police would be require to do it within 14 days

HB4565 would eliminate many prohibited places where a person can carry

HB4560 would make it illegal to carry a firearm into a police station and would remove the exception for those with a concealed carry license

NY

S05808 would extend the time period a dealer must wait if the FBI does not come back with a determination to 10 days. It would also require dealers to notify the state when someone fails a background check.

S05829 is yet another 'ghost gun' bill

S05922 would allow for civil damages to anyone who entrusts a firearm to another negligently and that person harms someone

OH

SB142 is a constitutional carry bill

HB201 would change concealed carry law so that a person could carry almost any firearm concealed

OR

SB719 would create extreme risk protections orders that would require a person's firearm to be seized

PA

HB1247 throws out constitutional safeguards on unlawful search and seizure for firearms based on the word of the abused spouse.

HB1260 would prohibit the destruction of seized firearms, requiring them to be sold to a dealer, sold at auction, or used by an agency

RI

S0840 would repeal the requirement for licenses to carry handguns

WI

AB247 is a constitutional carry bill that also eliminates many currently prohibited places

AB258 would prohibit carrying firearms in mass transit vehicles

SB197 would prohibit carrying firearms in mass transit vehicles

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US Congress

HB2033 is another silly 'ghost gun' bill

SB834 would appropriate 60 million dollars over six years for the center for disease control to study gun violence and gun safety

HB2097 would prevent ATF from reclassifying ammunition as armor piercing

HB2098 would prevent the executive branch from executive orders that restrict 2nd amendment rights

HB2380 is another ridiculous attempt at requiring all guns to be smart guns

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#23 ·
Here's what will probably be the last batch of new bills until the fall:

MI

HB4616 would further strengthen preemption of local governments regarding firearms by allowing citizens or member organizations to sue

MO

SB299 would make any business that prohibits firearms responsible for the safety of those who have a license to carry and can not. If someone is hurt they could sue the business.

NJ

S3124 would raise the price of a firearm purchaser card from $5 to $30

A4791 would outlaw the sale of gun parts or kits that can be made into a firearm that cannot be traced by law enforcement

SR122 urges congress to pass the national reciprocity act

NY

S06419 would require the courts to completely prove any case that would result in the loss of 2nd amendment rights

A07903 would use taxpayer money to establish state wide gun buy back programs

OH

HB233 would prevent legal action for anyone caught in a prohibited place as lang as they have a carry permit. If the person is caught in the same place within 30 days there would then be consequences.

OR

SB1065 would add multiple burdens to buying a firearm including requiring gun safety classes and a 14 wait if the state police can not make a determination.

PA

HB1367 would make it a crime to carry a firearm if you have a blood alcohol level or .8 or higher. It should be noted no other offense would need to happen to be arrested for this.

HB1400 would require background checks on all firearm sales

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US Congress:

HB2380 would require all firearms to be equipped with smart triggers within 10 years of the bills passage

HB2513 would allow retired and off duty police officers to carry firearms on school property

HR367 would create another taxpayer money wasting committee to 'study' gun violence

HR361 is another feel good Democrat resolution to support the national gun violence awareness day and month

SR179 is another feel good Democrat resolution to support the national gun violence awareness day and month

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#24 ·
Well just when you thought the bills were going to slow down for the summer they start rolling in again:

CA

SCR62 would create 'ASK day' and would try to push people into asking other parents if they own guns before allowing their kids to play with them

AB103 would make anyone with a felony warrant, or misdemeanor warrant a prohibited person

DE

HB222 would create lethal violence protective orders very similar to California law

HB232 would overhaul the current concealed carry licensing methods to better handle backlogs

SB117 would allow pellet guns, airbows, and most other air guns to be used for hunting

HB234 would remove the restriction on firearms for the possession of marijuana so long as it's an amount that qualifies as 'personal use' and is not in public or a motor vehicle

FL

S0010 is a universal background check bill

KS

SB254 would legalize suppressors

SR1757 urges the president to pardon Shane Cox and Jeremy Kettler for selling a suppressor that was made and sold within the state borders

MI

HB4706 would create 'extreme risk protection orders' in a very similar fashion to California law

HB4707 would prohibit ownership of firearms for anyone under an 'extreme risk protection order'

HB4710 would allow businesses and governing bodies to ban open carry of firearms

NJ

A4913 raises cost of firearms purchaser identification cards to $30

A4923 would repeal sections of law that prohibit hollow point and dum dum ammunition

ACR242 urges congress to pass the Lawful Transportation of Firearms Act

SCR156 urges congress to pass the Lawful Transportation of Firearms Act

NY

A08342 would give a 25% tax credit for the purchase of gun safety equipment including gun safes

PA

HB1491 would make firearms non-taxable one day a year, Aug 30

HB1493 would prohibit employers from banning firearms stored in vehicles by employees that aren't prohibited on business property

SB743 would require mental health facilities to report patients that are admitted to the state police

HB1505 would require all sales of firearms, except between licensed dealers, to include a locking device

HB1507 would require anyone that wishes to get a carry license to also get liability insurance

WI

AJR65 is another feel good resolution proclaiming June 2, 2017 as gun violence awareness day

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US Congress

HB2561 would allow uniformed law enforcement officers to carry firearms in federal buildings

HB2620 would prohibit ATF from reclassifying ammo as armor piercing, reclassifying shotguns as destructive devices and would eliminate the 'sporting purposes' clause in regards to importation of firearms

SB1185 is very difficult to make out but it appears to make straw purchases of firearms doubly illegal

SB1212 would bully states into create gun violence protections orders

HR373 would designate June 2017 as 'gun violence awareness month' and urges congress to address gun violence

HB2598 would create 'gun violence' restraining orders

HB2670 is an attempt to expand prohibitions for firearms for misdemeanor crimes

HB2784 is another liberal feel good piece of legislation called the good neighbor gun dealer act that does literally nothing.

HB2909 would make carry permits from all states valid in the Washington DC

SB1324 would make anyone convicted of a misdemeanor hate or bias crime a prohibited person

HB2841 would make anyone convicted of a misdemeanor hate or bias crime a prohibited person

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#25 ·
Things are starting to slow down but we do have some notable new bills in over the past week or so:

NY

S04239 would expedite the firearms license process for retired military and law enforcement who meet certain criteria

PA

SR148 is another feel good nonsense bill that would make June 2017 gun violence awareness month

HB1635 would require people to keep their firearms locked up if they 'know or should know' that a minor could access them

WI

AB427 would create an elective firearms education course for high school students

AB428 would require firearm owners to report lost or stolen firearms within 24 hours of discovering the firearm is missing

AB429 would require gun dealers to provide either a lockable container or a trigger lock with all firearm sales

AB430 would require anyone that lives with a prohibited person to keep all firearms locked up. Federal law already requires these people to keep the firearms somewhere else than the home.

AB431 would require anyone that has firearms and lives with a minor to keep them locked up

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB2951 would allow members of congress to carry firearms, but not lawful citizens

HB2940 would allow members of congress to carry firearms, but not lawful citizens

HB2945 would allow members of congress to carry firearms, but not lawful citizens

HCR66 is another ridiculous 'feel good' liberal idea designating June 21 as national ask day

HB2980 would protect up to $3000 of firearms in bankruptcy proceedings

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#26 · (Edited)
A couple of new state and federal bills, looks like Wisconsin is on an anti-gun tear

NJ

A5088 would lift the age restriction for carrying firearms for retired law enforcement

WI

SB340 would require the department of education to create a firearm safety class and offer it as an elective for high school students

SB346 would require anyone that wants a license to carry go through 8 hours of training with 1 hour live fire

SB347 would require who is applying for a license to carry a concealed weapon submit proof of liability insurance in the amount of $800,000 per firearm per occurrence.

SB348 would require all semi-auto handguns that are sold in the state to be micro-stamped

SB349 would prohibit anyone on the federal no-fly list from possessing a firearm

SB350 is an all out 'assault weapon' ban bill

Proposed State Gun Legislation :: American Gun Owners Alliance

US Congress

HB3054 would provide an amnesty period for vets and their families to register firearms brought back from overseas prior to October 1968 with the NFA

SB1435 would provide an amnesty period for vets and their families to register firearms brought back from overseas prior to October 1968 with the NFA

HB3139 would remove suppressors from the NFA and would also preempt states from taking them

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