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MA H2438

Requiring licensed gun owners to submit a yearly affidavit


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require licensed gun owners to submit yearly affidavits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill requires licensed gun owners to submit a yearly affidavit (a written statement sworn under oath) to the licensing authority that issued their license. The affidavit must state that the gun owner has not lost or had a firearm stolen from their possession since their last license renewal or issuance. Failure to submit the yearly affidavit can result in penalties, such as license revocation. The bill aims to enhance firearm safety and accountability by ensuring licensed gun owners regularly report the status of their firearms.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5190 (on 09/08/2022)

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