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OK HB2825
OK HB2825Firearm suppressors; creating the Firearms Manufacturing Act of 2025; providing requirements for manufacturing firearms, firearm parts and firearm suppressors in Oklahoma; codification; emergency.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to firearm suppressors; creating the Firearms Manufacturing Act of 2025; defining terms; providing requirements for manufacturing firearms, firearm parts and firearm suppressors in Oklahoma; providing certain exemption from federal laws and federal regulations; declaring firearms, firearm parts and firearm suppressors manufactured in Oklahoma exempt from federal regulation; requiring certain stamp on firearms, firearm parts and firearm suppressors manufactured and sold in Oklahoma; directing Attorney General to seek declaratory judgments under certain circumstances; stating applicability of statute; prohibiting certain entities from adopting or imposing rules, ordinances, policies or restrictions regulating firearms, firearm parts and firearm suppressors that contravene state law; prohibiting certain entities and employees from enforcing or attempting to enforce certain federal statutes, orders, rules or regulations; prohibiting certain entities from receiving state grant funds under certain circumstances; authorizing citizens to file complaints with the Attorney General; stating procedures for filing complaint; authorizing Attorney General to seek certain relief if complaint is determined to be valid; providing for the recovery of reasonable expenses and attorney fees; providing for appellate relief; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Firearms Manufacturing Act of 2025, establishes comprehensive regulations for manufacturing firearms, firearm parts, and firearm suppressors within Oklahoma. The legislation declares that any firearm, firearm part, or suppressor manufactured entirely in Oklahoma using primarily local materials (with only minor, generic imported parts) will be exempt from federal regulations. Manufacturers must clearly stamp "Made in Oklahoma" on their products and can seek a declaratory judgment from a federal court to confirm the constitutionality of the state's exemption. The bill prohibits state and local government entities from enforcing federal firearm regulations that are more restrictive than Oklahoma state law, and it provides mechanisms for citizens to file complaints with the Attorney General if they believe such regulations are being enforced. Furthermore, entities that attempt to enforce stricter federal firearm regulations may be denied state grant funds. The bill defines key terms like "firearm" (rifles, pistols, shotguns), "firearm suppressor" (noise-reducing device), and "manufacture" (including processes like forging and machining). The legislation takes immediate effect as an emergency measure, emphasizing its perceived importance to public safety and state sovereignty.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2825&Session=2600 |
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2825&Session=2500 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2825%20INT.PDF |
| BillText | https://www3.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2825%20INT.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2825%20INT.PDF |
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