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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a special commission to study the firearms licensing process. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a commission to study the firearms licensing process in Massachusetts. The commission will examine the current licensing system, compare it to other states, identify discrepancies, analyze application and approval rates, and provide recommendations to modernize and improve the licensing process with a focus on equity. The commission will hold public hearings and consist of representatives from various state agencies and organizations. Within 12 months, the commission will submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the relevant government entities, who will then hold a public hearing on the recommendations.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Joe McKenna (R)*,
David DeCoste (R),
Peter Durant (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Dave Muradian (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Norm Orrall (R),
Paul Tucker (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5190 (on 09/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2501 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2501.pdf |
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