Bill > H3980

This bill proposes to modernize firearm laws in Massachusetts. Key provisions include: - Establishing a comprehensive firearms registration and reporting system, including requirements for serialization and registration of all firearms and firearm components. - Creating a central state database to collect and publish detailed data on firearms transactions, ownership, and use in crimes. - Expanding background check and licensing requirements for firearm purchases and ownership, including the introduction of a "long gun permit" for certain non-large capacity firearms. - Restricting the possession and transfer of certain high-capacity and assault-style firearms. - Implementing an "extreme risk protection order" system to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed dangerous. - Increasing penalties for various firearm-related offenses and creating new offenses related to untraceable "ghost guns." - Requiring safety features like personalized technology on new firearms sold in the state. The bill aims to enhance public safety, improve data collection and transparency around firearms, and tighten regulations on the most dangerous types of firearms and firearm components.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3980