Modifies provisions relating to machine guns
HB 697 modifies the legal definition of "machine gun" in state law to explicitly include firearms capable of automatic fire with a single trigger pull, as well as firearms modified with devices like bump stocks, auto sears, or Glock switches. This change aligns state law with federal definitions and directly affects gun owners, dealers, and law enforcement by clarifying what constitutes a machine gun under state penalties. The bill does not create new restrictions but ensures state law matches federal classifications for enforcement purposes. It specifies that possessing or selling such firearms violates existing state law (classified as a class D felony), while exemptions apply for law enforcement, museums, and lawful commercial activities.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Dec 30, 2024
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Dec 30, 2024
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Michael Johnson
DDemocratic
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