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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act requires gun dealers to wait 72 hours from the time of asking for a background check, and to have the approval number from the check, before giving a firearm or certain unfin- ished firearm parts to a buyer. The Act takes effect on the 91st day after sine die. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 64.7). Prohibits a gun dealer from transferring a firearm or unfinished frame or receiver until 72 hours have elapsed from the time the gun dealer requested a criminal background check, and the gun dealer has received the background check approval number from the Department of State Police. Provides that a gun dealer who has the approval number and allows the required time period to elapse before transfer has immunity from civil liability for use of the transferred firearm or unfin- ished frame or receiver by the purchaser. Takes effect on the 91st day following sine die.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Oregon's existing firearms transfer regulations by introducing more stringent requirements for gun dealers when selling firearms or unfinished firearm parts. Specifically, the bill mandates that gun dealers must wait a minimum of 72 hours after requesting a criminal background check before transferring a firearm to a purchaser, and dealers must receive a unique approval number from the Department of State Police confirming the background check before completing the sale. The bill also provides civil liability immunity for gun dealers who follow these procedures, meaning they cannot be sued for potential misuse of the transferred firearm by the purchaser. Additionally, the bill clarifies language around permit-to-purchase requirements and establishes detailed reporting mechanisms for instances where a potential purchaser is found to be prohibited from acquiring a firearm. These changes aim to enhance public safety by introducing a mandatory waiting period and ensuring more thorough background verification before firearm transfers. The bill will take effect on the 91st day following the adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session, giving gun dealers and law enforcement time to prepare for the new requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
James Manning (D)*,
Floyd Prozanski (D)*,
Lew Frederick (D),
Mark Meek (D),
Lisa Reynolds (D),
Janeen Sollman (D),
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB429 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB429 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84626 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB429/Introduced |
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