An act relating to prohibiting unauthorized military units, unauthorized military training, and open carry of semiautomatic assault weapons
This bill prohibits unauthorized groups from organizing as military units, conducting military training intended for civil disorder, and openly carrying semiautomatic assault weapons in public places. It applies to civilians and private organizations while exempting official military forces, law enforcement officers performing duties, and students participating in supervised military science courses. The legislation defines specific firearm features that classify weapons as semiautomatic assault weapons and sets penalties including fines and imprisonment for violations.
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introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2023
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 1, 2023
Last action Mar 1, 2023
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Mar 1, 2023
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Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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