Bill > SB42

This bill addresses the regulation of 3-D printed firearms in Pennsylvania by updating multiple sections of the state's criminal code to explicitly include 3-D printed firearms in the definition of "firearm" across various legal contexts. The bill introduces new definitions for "3-D printed firearm" and "3-D printer," and creates a new section (§ 6110.3) that prohibits the creation of firearms using 3-D printers without proper licensing. Specifically, individuals must have a federal firearms manufacturing license to create 3-D printed firearms, and any such firearm must include a manufacturer's serial number. Violations of these provisions would result in felony charges, with third-degree felony charges for creating a firearm without proper licensing and second-degree felony charges for creating a firearm without a serial number. The bill systematically amends numerous existing statutes to ensure that 3-D printed firearms are treated the same as traditional firearms in terms of definitions, possession restrictions, and legal regulations. This legislation aims to address potential gaps in existing firearm regulations created by emerging 3-D printing technology, closing potential loopholes that could allow the unregulated manufacture of untraceable firearms. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.