Bill > HB05043

This bill, effective October 1, 2026, aims to regulate firearms by redefining "machine gun" to include "convertible pistols" that can be readily converted into machine guns with a pistol converter, and by defining "pistol converter" as a device that rapidly fires multiple shots from a semi-automatic pistol. It also establishes a class D felony for importing or selling convertible pistols manufactured after October 1, 2026, with exceptions for private sales between non-dealers. The bill further clarifies regulations for unfinished frames or lower receivers, which are firearm components, requiring them to have unique serial numbers and be sold through licensed dealers, with specific procedures for obtaining these serial numbers from the state. Additionally, it introduces a voluntary firearm and ammunition surrender program where individuals can temporarily relinquish firearms to law enforcement for safekeeping, with provisions for their return or destruction after a specified period. Finally, the bill adjusts permit fees for firearm sales and carrying permits, making them non-refundable except in specific circumstances where a permit is not issued or a local authority fails to meet its obligations, and clarifies that fees for national criminal history checks are not refundable if a permit is not issued.