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MA S1491

MA S1491
Relative to preventing illegal trafficking of firearms


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to prevent illegal trafficking of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prevent the illegal trafficking of firearms by introducing several key provisions. Firstly, it allows law enforcement and investigative officials to access the names and addresses of licensed firearm owners for enforcement purposes. Secondly, it requires firearm licensees to obtain a signed declaration from purchasers, renters, or lessees stating that they have not acquired a firearm or large capacity weapon in the previous 30 days, or that they are exempt from this restriction. Thirdly, it establishes penalties for non-exempt individuals who purchase, rent, or lease more than one firearm or large capacity weapon within a 30-day period, as well as for licensees who knowingly sell, rent, or lease to such individuals. The bill also expands the list of grounds for denying or revoking a firearm identification card or license to include convictions for violating the 30-day purchase, rental, or lease limitation.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2775 (on 05/13/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1491
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1491.pdf
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