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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 97-37-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That It Shall Be Unlawful For Any Person, Persons, Corporation Or Manufacturing Establishment To Make, Manufacture, Sell Or Possess Any Instrument Or Device Which, If Used On Firearms Of Any Kind, Will Arrest Or Muffle The Report Of The Firearm When Shot Or Fired If Making, Manufacturing, Selling Or Possessing That Instrument Or Device Violates Federal Law; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to clarify the legality of making, manufacturing, selling, or possessing devices that silence or muffle the sound of a firearm, commonly known as silencers or suppressors. Previously, the law prohibited these actions unless authorized under federal law. The amendment removes the phrase "not duly authorized under federal law" and inserts a new condition: it is only unlawful to make, manufacture, sell, or possess such a device if doing so violates federal law. This means that if federal law permits the activity, it will no longer be a violation of Mississippi law, effectively aligning state law with federal regulations regarding these firearm accessories.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
DR - TSDP: JB To AC (on 02/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2316.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2300-2399/SB2316PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2300-2399/SB2316IN.htm |
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