Bill > S1269

This bill amends Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 140, Section 131F, which pertains to firearm licenses. Specifically, it changes the validity period of a firearm license from one year to six years, and for non-residents who are employed by certain financial institutions, public utilities, money transfer businesses, or licensed private detective firms, or who are members of the armed services stationed in the commonwealth with their commanding officer's consent, the license can also be issued for up to six years. The bill also sets the application fee for a license at $40, with $20 retained by the local licensing authority and $20 deposited into the state's general fund, and clarifies that this fee is non-prorated and non-refundable.