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WA HB1374

WA HB1374
Relating to local government authority to regulate firearms.


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Introduced
01/21/2019
In Committee
01/21/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to local government authority to regulate firearms; reenacting and amending RCW 9.41.300; amending RCW 3 9.41.300; adding a new section to chapter 9.41 RCW; creating a new section; and repealing RCW 9.41.290.

AI Summary

This bill aims to restore the authority of local governments in Washington state to regulate firearms within their jurisdictions. It removes the statewide preemption of local firearm regulations, allowing cities, municipalities, and counties to adopt ordinances and regulations on firearms that are more restrictive than state requirements. The bill also clarifies restrictions on where firearms can be possessed, such as in public mental health facilities and commercial airports. Additionally, it repeals the state preemption law that had previously prohibited local governments from regulating firearms.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary at 10:00 AM. (on 01/21/2020)

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