This bill (HD 3950) is a procedural amendment that adds a new reference point ("section 131F") to an existing licensing law (Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024). It does not change licensing policies or directly affect any individuals or businesses. The amendment only modifies the internal structure of the law by inserting a new section identifier after "section 131." No substantive policy changes or new requirements are described in the provided text.
HD 3607 repeals specific provisions from Chapter 135 of the 2024 firearms law. It removes restrictions on firearm features by deleting subsection (iv) from the definition of "Large capacity firearm" (Section 22) and striking subsection 131(a) (Section 49), while repealing Sections 16 and 71 entirely. These changes directly affect firearm regulations in the state, eliminating previously expanded bans on certain weapons and features. The bill simplifies the legal framework by removing specific prohibitions without introducing new requirements. This is a procedural repeal of targeted restrictions within the 2024 law.
This bill requires Massachusetts to periodically audit firearms registration records to remove deceased owners or those no longer residing in the state. It also mandates that the Executive Office of Public Safety send registered firearm owners an annual list containing their firearm's serial number, owner details, and registration information for verification. Owners must confirm the accuracy of this information each year. The goal is to maintain up-to-date firearm records in the state's database.
HD 4181 repeals Section 124 of Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024, which was part of Massachusetts' existing law governing firearm carry regulations. The bill removes this specific provision without adding new requirements or altering current permit processes. This repeal directly affects the legal framework for the right to carry firearms, which applies to Massachusetts residents seeking to carry firearms legally. The change modifies the state's firearm carry law by eliminating an existing section of the statute.
This bill repeals Massachusetts' red flag law framework by removing key provisions from state law. It eliminates sections of Chapter 135 (2024 Acts) related to firearm restrictions, including sections 76-85, and deletes corresponding sections (131R, 131S-Y) in Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws. The bill specifically removes definitions for "Petition," "Petitioner," and "Respondent" that governed the red flag process. This directly affects individuals who could have been subject to temporary firearm removal orders under the repealed law, as well as law enforcement handling such cases. The bill effectually ends the legal mechanism for emergency firearm removals in Massachusetts.
This bill requires law enforcement and public safety officials to report specific details within 24 hours whenever a stun gun is discharged, including the time, duration, stun gun's serial number, and the official's identity. It also mandates that contractors collecting stun gun data for the state must report the time, duration, and serial number to the attorney general within 24 hours of being notified of a discharge. The law directly affects law enforcement agencies, public safety officials, and state-contracted data collectors. All reports must go to both the official's commanding officer and the attorney general. The bill aims to create a standardized reporting system for stun gun use without altering the legal authority to use such devices.
This bill modifies fingerprint requirements for license renewals across multiple Massachusetts licenses (including driver's licenses and firearms permits). It removes the strict rule that fingerprints were only waived if already on file with state police, instead allowing licensing authorities or the Executive Office of Public Safety to deem it reasonable to skip fingerprint collection in certain situations. The changes apply to sections governing license issuance and renewal in Chapter 140 of the General Laws. This directly affects license applicants and renewers who may face barriers to providing fingerprints. The policy change streamlines the process by adding flexibility for authorities to accommodate individual circumstances.
This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand who can legally receive firearms. It adds "any person licensed under section 131 or 131F of chapter 140" to the list of permitted recipients for firearm transfers, alongside existing categories. The change directly affects licensed firearm dealers and permit holders operating under those specific sections of Massachusetts' firearms law. It modifies a technical provision in Chapter 90B without creating new requirements or restrictions.
This bill creates a voluntary "do-not-sell" firearms list in Massachusetts, allowing any resident aged 18 or older to register and be prohibited from purchasing, renting, leasing, borrowing, or possessing firearms. To register, individuals must submit a written application with proof of identity (like a driver's license) to the state's criminal justice department, which then notifies the national background check system. The list is confidential - information cannot be used in court, for employment, or as a public record - and requires a 21-day waiting period for deregistration. The state must also run a public awareness campaign to inform residents about the program.
This bill (HD 3618) repeals Section 44 of Chapter 135 from the 2024 Acts. It does not create new regulations or affect gun ownership; it only removes an existing section from a prior law. The repeal is procedural and does not change current laws regarding semiautomatic rifles or shotguns. No new provisions or mechanisms are introduced.
This bill (HD 3598) repeals four specific sections (21, 22, 49, and 71) from Chapter 135 of the 2024 Acts. However, the provided bill text does not include the content of those repealed sections or explain what policies they governed. Without details on what was repealed, the bill's purpose, affected parties, or key mechanisms cannot be determined from the given text. A full summary requires the original provisions of the sections being repealed.
This bill (HD 3602) repeals Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024, which was a previous legislative act related to firearm laws. As a procedural repeal, it does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it simply removes an existing statute from the law. The bill has no new provisions or mechanisms. It directly affects the legal text of Chapter 135 but does not alter current firearm regulations.
