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Introduced
06/24/2019
06/24/2019
In Committee
06/24/2019
06/24/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the purchase of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill amends Massachusetts law to impose penalties for the unlawful use or resale of firearms purchased with a license to carry firearms or firearm identification card. Specifically, it establishes a prison sentence of up to 2.5 years for individuals who use such a license or card to purchase a firearm, rifle, or shotgun for the unlawful use of another person or for resale to an unlicensed individual. Additionally, the bill requires the immediate revocation of the license or card upon conviction, and prohibits the issuance of a new license or card to the convicted individual. The bill also amends a previous 2014 law by striking out a paragraph.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (14)
Daniel Cullinane (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Brad Jones (R),
James Kelcourse (R),
Jack Lewis (D),
David Linsky (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Tram Nguyen (D),
Alice Peisch (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Chynah Tyler (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5117 (on 11/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3927 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3927.pdf |
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