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HB 1612

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms, for sale or transfer of firearms and for Pennsylvania State Police.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 18 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill modifies firearm possession, transfer, and manufacturing restrictions while adjusting state police enforcement authority.

Referred to Judiciary
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Bill Summary · HB 1612

Legislative bill overview

HB 1612 amends Pennsylvania's firearms laws under Title 18, modifying definitions and restrictions related to firearm possession, use, manufacture, and transfer. The bill also adjusts the role and authority of the Pennsylvania State Police regarding firearms regulation. Specific substantive changes are not detailed in the available summary, requiring review of the full legislative text for precise impacts.

Why is this important

Firearms regulation directly affects public safety policy, individual rights, and law enforcement operations in Pennsylvania. Changes to who can possess firearms, how they can be transferred, and how state police enforce these laws have meaningful consequences for both gun owners and communities concerned with preventing firearm misuse.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment concerns: Gun rights advocates may argue that expanded restrictions on possession or transfer infringe on constitutional rights, while public safety advocates may support stronger regulations to reduce firearm-related harm
  • Enforcement implications: Modifications to Pennsylvania State Police authority could raise questions about implementation costs, training requirements, and consistency in enforcement across jurisdictions
  • Definition changes: Alterations to what qualifies as a firearm or who falls under restriction categories could create legal ambiguity or significantly expand/narrow the scope of existing prohibitions depending on the language

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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