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HF 3433

Possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons banned, and criminal penalties provided.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patty Acomb and 34 co-sponsors

HF 3433 bans possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons in Minnesota and imposes criminal penalties for violators.

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Bill Summary · HF 3433

Summary of HF 3433 (2025-2026) – Possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons banned; criminal penalties provided

Note: This summary reflects the bill’s stated provisions and legislative status as of the available action history. It does not reflect final passage or any amendments that may be adopted during the session.

Purpose and intent

  • HF 3433 proposes to prohibit the possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons in Minnesota.
  • The bill establishes criminal penalties for possessing such weapons, outlining consequences for violators.
  • The measure aims to reduce availability and use of so-called “military-style” semiautomatic firearms in the state, addressing public safety concerns related to gun violence and mass shooting risk.

Key provisions and changes

  • Prohibited possession: The bill makes it unlawful to possess semiautomatic military-style assault weapons. It defines the scope of what constitutes a semiautomatic military-style assault weapon for purposes of the prohibition (specific definitions would be included in the text).
  • Criminal penalties: The bill creates criminal penalties for violations, which may include fines, imprisonment, or both. (Exact penalty amounts and classifications—e.g., misdemeanor vs. felony—would be specified in the statutory language.)
  • Enforcement and exceptions: Provisions typically addressed in such bills include enforcement mechanisms, permissible transfers or exemptions (e.g., temporary possession by licensed dealers, law enforcement, storage requirements, or possession by individuals under certain slopes (e.g., to prevent inadvertently criminalizing certain activities). The bill will specify any exceptions or safe harbor provisions.
  • Effective date and transition: The bill would designate an effective date for the prohibition and any transitional provisions (e.g., timelines for surrender, transfer of ownership, or allowances for prior possessors to come into compliance).
  • Related provisions: May include standards for registration, seizure procedures, and civil remedies if applicable. It could also reference enforcement coordination with state and local authorities.

Affected parties

  • Individuals: Persons who currently own or come into possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons could be subject to criminal penalties if in possession after the effective date or outside any exemptions.
  • Gun sellers and dealers: Retailers and firearm dealers may face compliance requirements related to transfers, storage, and reporting; potential penalties for violations.
  • Law enforcement: Agencies would be tasked with enforcing the prohibition, investigating possible violations, and handling seized weapons.
  • Public safety and communities: The intent is to reduce the availability of certain high-risk firearms to potentially reduce firearm-related incidents.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and referral: Introduced and referred to the Public Safety Finance and Policy committee (as of February 17, 2026).
  • Legislative actions: The March 26, 2026 action history shows a motion to recall under House Rule 4.30, which did not prevail. This indicates ongoing debate and procedural maneuvering surrounding the bill.
  • Next steps: If the bill advances, it would proceed through committee deliberations, potential amendments, and floor consideration by the Minnesota House of Representatives, and ultimately the Senate, before any potential enactment. Dates and outcomes depend on committee schedules and floor votes.

Additional notes

  • The bill lists a large number of co-sponsors from diverse districts, indicating broad sponsorship across the chamber.
  • Specifics such as the exact definition of “semiautomatic military-style assault weapon,” the precise criminal penalties (e.g., class of offense, minimum/maximum sentences, fines), any exemptions, storage requirements, and transition provisions would be found in the enacted text of HF 3433.

If you’d like, I can extract and summarize the exact statutory language (definitions, penalties, exemptions) once the bill text is available, or compare HF 3433 to related bills or prior years’ versions.

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

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