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HB 1902

Enhancing requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Emily Alvarado and 39 co-sponsors

HB 1902 - Enhancing Requirements for Firearm Purchases and Transfers OverviewBill Number: HB 1902 Title: Enhancing requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms. Status:

Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary at 10:30 AM.
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Bill Summary · HB 1902

HB 1902 - Enhancing Requirements for Firearm Purchases and Transfers

Overview

Bill Number: HB 1902
Title: Enhancing requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms.
Status: Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary at 10:30 AM.
Introduced: January 16, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of HB 1902 is to strengthen background check and licensing requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms within the state. The bill aims to enhance public safety by ensuring more comprehensive vetting of individuals seeking to acquire firearms.

Key Provisions

  • Requires all firearm purchases, including private sales and transfers, to be processed through a licensed firearms dealer who must conduct a federal background check.
  • Establishes a new state-issued Firearm Owner's License that must be obtained prior to purchasing or receiving any firearm. The license would be valid for 5 years and require completion of a safety training course.
  • Mandates a 10-day waiting period between the completion of a background check and the transfer of a firearm to allow time for further review.
  • Bans the possession of assault-style weapons and high-capacity magazines, with exceptions for law enforcement, military, and licensed collectors.
  • Empowers law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed to pose a significant risk through a "red flag" law process.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • All individuals seeking to purchase or receive a firearm in the state would be subject to the new licensing and background check requirements.
  • Licensed firearms dealers would be responsible for conducting background checks and facilitating legal transfers.
  • Law enforcement agencies would play a key role in issuing Firearm Owner's Licenses and implementing the red flag law provisions.
  • Owners of assault-style weapons and high-capacity magazines would be required to surrender or register their firearms.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HB 1902 is currently in the public hearing stage before the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary. If passed by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a full House vote. Given the controversial nature of the legislation, its path forward remains uncertain and subject to ongoing debate and amendment.

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

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