Relating to the creation of certain criminal offenses concerning firearm sales at gun shows.
HB 808 requires sellers at gun shows to conduct national background checks before firearm sales and maintain sales records. It defines "gun shows" as events with three or more exhibitors charging fees for display or admission, and "gun show promoters" as those organizing such events. Promoters must notify local law enforcement 30 days in advance and arrange background checks for all buyers, with exceptions for peace officers and licensed handgun carriers. Violations are classified as Class A misdemeanors, punishable by up to one year in jail and fines.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 5, 2025
Last action Mar 5, 2025
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Mar 5, 2025
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Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
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Mar 5, 2025
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Vikki Goodwin
DDemocratic
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