Bill
Bill > SB6004
summary
Introduced
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
In Committee
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to enhancing requirements for the purchase or 2 transfer of firearms by requiring a permit to purchase firearms, 3 specifying standards for firearms safety training programs, and 4 specifying circumstances where a firearm transfer may be delayed; 5 amending RCW 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.049, 9.41.097, 6 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.270, 9.41.280, 9.41.282, 9.41.284, 7 9.41.345, 9.41.800, 9.41.801, 9.41.802, 9.41.804, 9.41.815, 8 7.105.305, 7.105.330, 7.105.335, 7.105.340, 7.105.350, 7.105.570, 9 10.31.100, 10.99.030, 11.130.257, 26.09.060, 71.05.182, and 10 72.23.080; reenacting and amending RCW 9.41.047, 7.105.310, and 11 10.99.040; adding new sections to chapter 9.41 RCW; adding a new 12 section to chapter 43.43 RCW; and providing an effective date. 13
AI Summary
This bill proposes to enhance requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms in several ways:
It requires a person to obtain a permit to purchase firearms, which involves submitting an application, providing fingerprints, completing firearms safety training, and passing a background check. The permit is valid for 5 years and can be renewed. The bill also creates a program to certify firearms safety training programs.
The bill modifies the process for purchasing firearms, requiring the purchaser to provide the permit number on the purchase application and allowing for delays in transfer if there are outstanding warrants or ongoing criminal proceedings.
The bill also makes changes to revoke concealed pistol licenses and permits to purchase firearms in certain circumstances, such as when a person is convicted of an offense involving firearms or found to pose a danger. Overall, the bill aims to enhance public safety by ensuring firearms are purchased and possessed only by eligible individuals who have completed proper training.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Marko Liias (D)*,
Manka Dhingra (D),
Noel Frame (D),
Sam Hunt (D),
Karen Keiser (D),
Patty Kuderer (D),
T'wina Nobles (D),
Jamie Pedersen (D),
Rebecca Saldaña (D),
Derek Stanford (D),
Yasmin Trudeau (D),
Javier Valdez (D),
Claire Wilson (D),
Last Action
First reading, referred to Law & Justice. (on 01/08/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6004&Year=2023&Initiative=false |
| Fiscal Note - 6004 SB (Final) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=69561 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/6004.pdf |
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