Bill
A 2402
A 2402 would limit or ban warnings on gun license applications, altering forms used by applicants and the offices that process licenses.
Relates to gun license applications not containing warnings
Status and timeline
- Introduced: January 16, 2025
- Legislative action: Referred to Codes (also listed as referred on the same date in a separate line)
- Related/Sponsor context: Primary sponsor Stephen Hawley; cosponsors include Jeff Gallahan, Chris Tague, David DiPietro, Joe DeStefano, Jodi Giglio, Kenneth Blankenbush
- Related bills: Prior-session A 9699, A 1697, A 3505, A 1842; Senate companion S 2368 (listed twice)
What this bill is about (intent and purpose)
- The bill appears to address the content of gun license applications, with a focus on warnings within those forms.
- Based on the title, the central intent is to regulate (specifically limit or prohibit) the inclusion of warnings on gun license applications.
Key provisions and changes (high-level, as text is not provided)
- The core change would relate to the content of gun license application forms, specifically regarding warnings.
- Likely outcome: the bill would remove, prohibit, or limit warnings that appear on gun license applications.
- The exact scope (which warnings, which applications, what exceptions) and the mechanism for enforcement would be defined in the bill’s text (not provided here).
Who would be affected
- Primary: Individuals applying for gun licenses, who would encounter application forms and any warnings on them.
- Licensing authorities and administrative staff responsible for processing gun license applications.
- Potentially other state offices that draft, maintain, or revise standard application forms.
Procedural and timeline considerations
- Current status: Referred to Codes, indicating the bill is being reviewed by the Codes Committee for matters relating to the structure, content, and procedures of licensing and related administrative rules.
- Timeline: As introduced, the bill would progress through committee hearings, potential amendments, and floor votes in the Assembly, and would similarly interact with any Senate companion (S 2368).
Relationship to related bills
- A 2402 has several related prior-session bills (A 9699, A 1697, A 3505, A 1842) and a Senate companion (S 2368).
- These connections suggest a broader, ongoing policy discussion about gun licensing forms and mandated content across sessions.
Notes for readers
- The bill text is not included here. The summary reflects the bill’s title and the legislative actions listed.
- For a precise understanding of which warnings are affected, definitions of terms, specific form sections, effective dates, and any penalties or enforcement mechanisms, the full bill text and amendment history should be consulted when available.
- To track progress, monitor Codes Committee actions and any floor votes, as well as the Senate companion’s progress.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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