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SB 952

Restrictions on Firearms and Ammunition During Emergencies

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jay Collins and 2 co-sponsors

Florida bill restricts civilian firearms and ammunition sales during emergencies, balancing public safety against Second Amendment concerns.

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see HB 6025 (Ch. 2025-103)
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Bill Summary · SB 952

Legislative bill overview

SB 952 would restrict the sale, transfer, and possession of firearms and ammunition during declared emergencies in Florida. The bill establishes protocols for law enforcement to temporarily limit civilian access to weapons during periods of civil unrest, natural disasters, or other emergency declarations by the Governor.

Why is this important

Emergency restrictions on firearms represent a significant clash between public safety concerns and Second Amendment rights. The bill directly affects how Florida balances civil liberties during crises when both security threats and potential government overreach concerns are heightened.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional concerns: Second Amendment advocates argue that emergency declarations cannot suspend constitutional rights, and that this sets precedent for broader restrictions
  • Definitional ambiguity: The scope of what qualifies as an "emergency" warranting restrictions could be interpreted broadly, raising concerns about executive power overreach
  • Disproportionate impact: Restrictions may affect law-abiding citizens' self-defense capabilities while having limited impact on those already inclined to break laws during emergencies
  • Implementation clarity: The bill's mechanism for enforcement and the timeline for restoring rights after emergencies end requires detailed statutory language that may be contested

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

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