Bill > HB891

This bill creates a new offense of unlawful possession of a "large-capacity ammunition feeding device" defined as any magazine, belt, drum, feed strip, or similar device that can hold or be converted to hold more than ten rounds of ammunition. The bill amends existing Missouri law by adding this new category of prohibited item to the state's weapons regulations. Specifically, possession of such a large-capacity ammunition feeding device would be classified as a class A misdemeanor. The bill also updates definitions in the existing statute, including modifying the definition of "antique firearm" and adding the new definition of "large-capacity ammunition feeding device" to the list of regulated items. Exceptions to the prohibition exist for official law enforcement, military, and certain other authorized uses, such as official duties, lawful commercial transactions, museum displays, and dramatic performances. The goal of the bill appears to be restricting access to ammunition magazines that can hold a large number of rounds, potentially as a measure to reduce the potential lethality of firearms.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB891&year=2025&code=R