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PA HB1564
PA HB1564In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.
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Introduced
06/07/2021
06/07/2021
In Committee
06/07/2021
06/07/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
11/30/2022
11/30/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to further restrict the possession, use, manufacture, control, sale, or transfer of firearms by certain individuals. It expands the list of enumerated offenses that prohibit firearm possession, including attempted, solicited, or conspired offenses. The bill also increases the penalties for certain violations, creating a first-degree felony for repeat offenders or those in possession of a firearm during the commission of the offense. The bill aims to enhance public safety by limiting firearm access for individuals with specific criminal histories or convictions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Johnathan Hershey (R)*,
Joe Ciresi (D),
Jim Cox (R),
Bob Freeman (D),
Rich Irvin (R),
Barry Jozwiak (R),
Dawn Keefer (R),
Jerry Knowles (R),
Jenn O'Mara (D),
Jim Struzzi (R),
Mike Sturla (D),
Wendi Thomas (R),
Michael Zabel (D),
Last Action
Laid on the table (on 12/14/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2021&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1564 | 06/05/2021 |
| Bill | https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/PN/Public/btCheck.cfm?txtType=PDF&sessYr=2021&sessInd=0&billBody=H&billTyp=B&billNbr=1564&pn=1696 | 06/08/2021 |
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