HD 1620 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act to require liability insurance for gun ownership

HD 1620 requires all individuals who own, carry, or possess a firearm, rifle, or shotgun to maintain liability insurance. This applies to most firearm owners, with an exemption for temporary use on licensed gun club premises. Violators face fines between $500 and $5,000, up to one year in jail, or both. The Insurance Commissioner must establish minimum requirements for the required liability insurance policies.
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