Armed & Legislated: every status change

PA HB 36: Signed into law - Office of State Inspector General enforcement officers: amending The Administrative Code of 1929

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Signed into law · Administrative

Action (2026-10-22): Approved by the Governor; Act No. 60 of 2026

Amends the Office of State Inspector General provisions of The Administrative Code of 1929 to define "enforcement officer" and to give enforcement officers the power to carry firearms, concealed or otherwise, in the performance of their official duties, subject to the written policies of the State Inspector General. An enforcement officer may not carry, possess or use a firearm on duty unless the officer has completed basic firearms training and annual firearms training or other similar training approved by the State Inspector General. It became Act No. 60 of 2026.

What it does: Authorizes Office of State Inspector General enforcement officers to carry firearms on duty, subject to training and agency policy.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb36

NY S 7236: Signed into law - Restrictions on the receipt of ammunition (ammunition background check denials)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-10-21): Delivered to governor; signed, Chapter 316

Amends Penal Law section 400.03 to add a subdivision 9: an ammunition background check must be denied if the purchaser is prohibited from possessing a shotgun or rifle under state law, under 18 U.S.C. 922(g), or by a temporary or final extreme risk protection order issued under CPLR article 63-A. The sponsor memo states that current law screens ammunition purchases only against the federal prohibitors. The Assembly companion was A 7983.

What it does: Applies state-law and ERPO firearm prohibitors to ammunition background checks.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7236

NY A 1962-B: Signed into law - Francesco's law: safe storage of firearms, rifles and shotguns

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-10-21): Delivered to governor; signed, Chapter 315 (approval memo 5)

Enacts "Francesco's law", which establishes violations for failing to safely store rifles, shotguns and other firearms in the presence of a minor or a person prohibited from possessing them. It also requires the state Office of Gun Violence Prevention to collect and analyze data on injuries and deaths of minors resulting from unsafe firearm storage. The Senate companion was S 9629.

What it does: Expands safe-storage requirements for firearms around minors and prohibited persons.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1962

PA HB 36: Passed both chambers - Office of State Inspector General enforcement officers: amending The Administrative Code of 1929

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Passed both chambers · Administrative

Action (2026-10-20): Senate: third consideration and final passage (50-0)

What it does: Authorizes Office of State Inspector General enforcement officers to carry firearms on duty, subject to training and agency policy.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb36

NJ S1800: In committee - Requires firearm retailers to provide disclosure of customer's responsibility to report stolen or lost firearms

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New Jersey · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-10-15): Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading (committee vote: 3 yes, 1 no, 1 not voting)

Requires firearm wholesale and retail dealers to give each purchaser or transferee a signed written disclosure, and post it at each purchase counter, stating the duty to report a lost or stolen firearm within 36 hours and that it is unlawful to purchase a firearm with the intent to unlawfully sell it to another person. Dealers must keep each signed disclosure for at least 15 years. Committee amendments of October 15, 2026 addressed enforcement actions and collection of civil penalties, and set the effective date as the first day of the fifth month after enactment.

What it does: Adds disclosure, posting and record-keeping requirements for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1800

PA HB 2855: In committee - Prohibited offensive weapons and electric or electronic incapacitation devices: amending 18 Pa.C.S.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · In committee · Expands

Action (2026-10-14): Referred to House Judiciary Committee

Amends sections 908 and 908.1 of Pennsylvania's Crimes Code. It removes the National Firearms Act compliance defense from section 908(b) and instead excludes a machine gun, sawed-off shotgun with a barrel under 18 inches, or firearm "specially made or specially adapted for concealment or silent discharge" from the "offensive weapons" definition when possessed in compliance with Chapter 61 and applicable federal law, including the National Firearms Act "to the extent required by law." It also excludes stun guns and similar devices possessed in compliance with section 908.1 and removes that section's labeling condition for self-defense use.

What it does: Would change when possession of NFA-regulated items and stun guns falls outside Pennsylvania's prohibited offensive weapons law.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb2855

PA HB 2855: Introduced - Prohibited offensive weapons and electric or electronic incapacitation devices: amending 18 Pa.C.S.

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-10-13): Introduced

What it does: Would change when possession of NFA-regulated items and stun guns falls outside Pennsylvania's prohibited offensive weapons law.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb2855

CA SB 948: Signed into law - Firearms: safety certificates

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-09-26): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 465, Statutes of 2026.

Starting January 1, 2029, applicants for a California firearm safety certificate must complete a qualifying training course within the prior year of at least four hours that includes live-fire exercises on a range in addition to the existing test. People who bring firearms into the state get 180 days instead of 60 to report them and, starting January 1, 2028, must certify that they hold a valid safety certificate or an exemption.

What it does: Adds a training-course requirement to the firearm safety certificate and applies the certificate to people moving firearms into California.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB948

CA SB 1220: Signed into law - Firearms: prohibited persons

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-09-26): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 466, Statutes of 2026.

Adds a misdemeanor conviction, on or after January 1, 2027, for altering, removing or obliterating a firearm's serial number or other identifying marks (or possessing such a firearm) to the list of offenses that bar a person from owning or possessing firearms for 10 years.

What it does: Adds a 10-year firearm prohibition for misdemeanor serial-number tampering.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1220

CA AB 2047: Signed into law - Firearms: 3-dimensional printing blocking technology

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-09-26): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 461, Statutes of 2026.

Requires the Department of Justice to check quarterly, beginning by July 1, 2027, whether ASTM International has published standards for firearm-blocking technology on 3D printers, and to issue guidance or regulations within 24 months if it has. Once those standards apply, it becomes unlawful to sell 3D printers in California that lack compliant blocking technology, with an exemption for entertainment-industry prop printers. If no standard exists by July 1, 2029, the department's duty to keep checking ends.

What it does: Would require 3D printers sold in California to include firearm-blocking technology once an industry standard exists.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2047

CA AB 1974: Signed into law - Firearms: voluntary firearm storage program

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Administrative

Action (2026-09-26): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 460, Statutes of 2026.

Authorizes local law enforcement agencies to create voluntary programs where a person can temporarily hand over a firearm for safekeeping to prevent violence, suicide or injury. Participating agencies must publish instructions for drop-off and return, check that the firearm is not reported lost, stolen or used in a crime, and confirm the owner is eligible to possess firearms before returning it.

What it does: Creates a framework for voluntary temporary gun storage with police; no new restrictions on owners.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1974

CA AB 1753: Signed into law - Protective orders: firearms and ammunition: notice and procedures

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-09-26): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 458, Statutes of 2026.

Makes explicit that people subject to protective or restraining orders (including domestic violence and gun violence restraining orders) must relinquish ammunition as well as firearms, and revises related notice and compliance procedures. Starting January 1, 2028, courts must allow remote appearances and electronic filings for certain workplace-violence and postsecondary-school restraining orders.

What it does: Requires ammunition, not only firearms, to be surrendered under protective orders.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1753

PA SB 1449: In committee - Prohibited offensive weapons (inchoate crimes): amending 18 Pa.C.S.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-09-10): Referred to Senate Judiciary

Amends Pennsylvania's prohibited offensive weapons statute in the Crimes Code. Discovery sources describe it as a ban on machine-gun conversion devices; the official bill page lists only the statutory title, so details of scope are Not yet known here.

What it does: Would expand the list of prohibited offensive weapons (details: see bill text).

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sb1449

DE SS 1 for SB 300: Signed into law - AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11, TITLE 16, AND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DEADLY WEAPONS DEALERS

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Delaware · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-09-03): Signed by the Governor

Requires firearm dealers to obtain a new state license administered by the Delaware State Police to sell or transfer firearms, replacing the existing license to sell deadly weapons. It sets eligibility rules, training, video surveillance and record-keeping requirements, and State Police inspection authority with civil penalties up to license revocation. Implementation is phased in beginning by July 1, 2028.

What it does: Creates a state licensing and inspection regime for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?legislationId=143254

CA AB 2047: Passed both chambers - Firearms: 3-dimensional printing blocking technology

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-08-31): Read third time. Passed Senate (Ayes 29. Noes 10.); Assembly concurrence pending

What it does: Would require 3D printers sold in California to include firearm-blocking technology once an industry standard exists.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2047

CA AB 1974: Passed both chambers - Firearms: voluntary firearm storage program

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Administrative

Action (2026-08-28): Read third time. Passed Senate (Ayes 36. Noes 0.)

What it does: Creates a framework for voluntary temporary gun storage with police; no new restrictions on owners.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1974

CA AB 1753: Passed both chambers - Protective orders: firearms and ammunition: notice and procedures

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-08-26): Read third time. Passed Senate (Ayes 30. Noes 1.)

What it does: Requires ammunition, not only firearms, to be surrendered under protective orders.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1753

CA SB 948: Passed both chambers - Firearms: safety certificates

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-08-24): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 56. Noes 19.); Senate concurrence in Assembly amendments

What it does: Adds a training-course requirement to the firearm safety certificate and applies the certificate to people moving firearms into California.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB948

CA SB 1220: Passed both chambers - Firearms: prohibited persons

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-08-24): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 59. Noes 12.)

What it does: Adds a 10-year firearm prohibition for misdemeanor serial-number tampering.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1220

CA AB 1810: Failed / dead - Firearms: dealer centralized list

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Failed / dead · Restricts

Action (2026-08-13): In committee: Held under submission (session ended Aug. 31, 2026)

Would have required the Department of Justice to remove dealers that fail to meet the requirements of its centralized dealer list, allowed removal of dealers that fail to fix violations found in inspections (with a two-year bar), and required yearly inspections of the 10 dealer locations with the highest share of crime-recovered guns. It passed the Assembly but was held under submission in the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the 2025-2026 session has ended.

What it does: Would have expanded state oversight and removal of licensed firearm dealers.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1810

CA AB 1810: In committee - Firearms: dealer centralized list

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-08-03): In Senate committee: Referred to APPR. suspense file.

What it does: Would have expanded state oversight and removal of licensed firearm dealers.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1810

MA Question 9 (2026): On the ballot - Question 9: Referendum on an Existing Law (Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024, "An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws", H.4885)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Massachusetts · On the ballot · Mixed

Action (2026-07-21): Secretary of the Commonwealth assigns question number and ballot order (Question 9)

Voters decide whether to keep or repeal Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024, a firearms law signed July 25, 2024 that, among other things, regulates ghost guns, machine-gun conversion devices and assault-style weapons and changes licensing and extreme risk order rules. According to the Secretary of the Commonwealth's summary, a YES vote keeps the law in place and a NO vote repeals it.

What it does: YES keeps the 2024 law (restrictions stay); NO repeals it (restrictions removed).

Official page: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/research-and-statistics/2026-Information-for-voters/2026-ballot-question9.htm

DE SS 1 for SB 300: Passed both chambers - AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11, TITLE 16, AND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DEADLY WEAPONS DEALERS

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Delaware · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-06-30): Passed By House 6/25 (27 YES 11 NO); Senate concurred in House amendments 6/30 (14 YES 7 NO)

What it does: Creates a state licensing and inspection regime for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?legislationId=143254

AZ SB 1069: Vetoed - prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Arizona · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2026-06-19): Governor Action: Vetoed

Would have removed suppressors (devices made to muffle the sound of a firearm) from the definition of "prohibited weapon" in the Arizona Criminal Code. It passed the Senate 17-10 and the House 32-25, and the Governor vetoed it on June 19, 2026.

What it does: Would have removed suppressors from Arizona's prohibited-weapons list.

Official page: https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83693

VT H.606 (Act 134): Signed into law - An act relating to firearms relinquishment and storage procedures

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Vermont · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-06-15): Governor approved bill (Act 134)

Enacts recommendations of the Firearm Surrender Order Compliance Working Group. People ordered to give up firearms may relinquish them to a third party (other than police or a dealer) only after a court hearing finds it safe, and the third party must pass a NICS background check and sign an affidavit. It also sets procedures for dealer storage and for release or sale of relinquished guns, and requires a statewide model police policy on firearm access by prohibited persons.

What it does: Tightens rules for surrendering firearms under court orders, especially transfers to third parties.

Official page: https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.606

AZ SB 1069: Passed both chambers - prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Arizona · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-06-12): Transmitted to Governor

What it does: Would have removed suppressors from Arizona's prohibited-weapons list.

Official page: https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83693

AZ SB 1069: Passed both chambers - prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Arizona · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-06-11): House Third Read 32-25

What it does: Would have removed suppressors from Arizona's prohibited-weapons list.

Official page: https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83693

H.R. 1041 (119th): Passed one chamber - Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-06-02): Received in the Senate; referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Would bar the Department of Veterans Affairs from sending a veteran's or beneficiary's identifying information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) solely because a fiduciary has been appointed to manage their benefits, unless a judicial authority has found the person to be a danger to themselves or others.

What it does: Would stop VA fiduciary appointments alone from placing veterans in the gun background-check system.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1041

NY A 1962-B: Passed both chambers - Francesco's law: safe storage of firearms, rifles and shotguns

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-06-02): Passed Senate (substituted for S 9629); returned to Assembly

What it does: Expands safe-storage requirements for firearms around minors and prohibited persons.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1962

NY S 7236: Passed both chambers - Restrictions on the receipt of ammunition (ammunition background check denials)

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-05-28): Passed Assembly (substituted for A 7983); returned to Senate

What it does: Applies state-law and ERPO firearm prohibitors to ammunition background checks.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7236

TN SB 1847: Signed into law - Firearms and Ammunition: use of deadly force to protect property

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-05-27): Signed by Governor; Public Chapter 1100

As enacted, lowers the legal standard for when a person may use deadly force to protect property. It was assigned Public Chapter 1100 and took effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Broadens when deadly force may be used to protect property.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB1847&ga=114

NY S 9005-C (Part C): Signed into law - Public protection budget bill, Part C: convertible pistols, 3D-printed guns and 3D printer blocking technology

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-27): Delivered to governor; signed, Chapter 55

This FY2026-27 budget bill's Part C amends the penal law on "convertible pistols" (semi-automatic pistols with a cruciform trigger bar that can be readily converted to automatic fire) and treats such a pistol fitted with a pistol converter as a machine gun. It creates crimes related to using 3D printers to make ghost guns and firearm components, and adds requirements that 3D printers sold in the state include firearm-blocking technology, with a working group to recommend minimum standards.

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and 3D-printed guns; adds 3D printer blocking-technology requirements.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9005

CA SB 948: Passed one chamber - Firearms: safety certificates

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-27): Read third time. Passed Senate (Ayes 28. Noes 9.)

What it does: Adds a training-course requirement to the firearm safety certificate and applies the certificate to people moving firearms into California.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB948

CA SB 1220: Passed one chamber - Firearms: prohibited persons

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-27): Read third time. Passed Senate (Ayes 30. Noes 8.)

What it does: Adds a 10-year firearm prohibition for misdemeanor serial-number tampering.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1220

CT HB 5043 (Public Act 26-41): Signed into law - An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition and Refundability of Permits

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Connecticut · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-26): Signed by the Governor (Public Act 26-41)

A Governor's bill that addresses convertible pistols (handguns that can be readily converted to automatic fire), unfinished frames or lower receivers, voluntary relinquishment of firearms and ammunition, and whether fees for retail firearm sale permits and pistol carry permits are refundable. It passed both chambers as amended and was signed as Public Act 26-41.

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and unfinished frames/receivers; also adjusts permit-fee refund rules.

Official page: https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/CGABillStatus/cgabillstatus.asp?bill_num=HB5043&selBillType=Bill&which_year=2026

MD SB 334: Signed into law - Criminal Law - Firearm Crimes - Machine Gun Convertible Pistols

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Maryland · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-26): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 771

Prohibits, on or after January 1, 2027, manufacturing, selling, offering for sale, purchasing, receiving or transferring certain machine gun convertible pistols, subject to exceptions. It requires the Department of State Police to adopt regulations, including publishing a list of prohibited machine gun convertible pistols.

What it does: Bans sale and transfer of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire, starting 2027.

Official page: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0334?ys=2026RS

CA AB 2047: Passed one chamber - Firearms: 3-dimensional printing blocking technology

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-26): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 58. Noes 19.)

What it does: Would require 3D printers sold in California to include firearm-blocking technology once an industry standard exists.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2047

CA AB 1753: Passed one chamber - Protective orders: firearms and ammunition: notice and procedures

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-26): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 62. Noes 6.)

What it does: Requires ammunition, not only firearms, to be surrendered under protective orders.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1753

CA AB 1810: Passed one chamber - Firearms: dealer centralized list

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-26): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 58. Noes 20.)

What it does: Would have expanded state oversight and removal of licensed firearm dealers.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1810

H.R. 1041 (119th): Passed one chamber - Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-05-21): On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 201 (Roll no. 190)

What it does: Would stop VA fiduciary appointments alone from placing veterans in the gun background-check system.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1041

DE SS 1 for SB 300: Passed one chamber - AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11, TITLE 16, AND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DEADLY WEAPONS DEALERS

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Delaware · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-21): Passed By Senate. Votes: 14 YES 6 NO

What it does: Creates a state licensing and inspection regime for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?legislationId=143254

NY S 9005-C (Part C): Passed both chambers - Public protection budget bill, Part C: convertible pistols, 3D-printed guns and 3D printer blocking technology

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-05-21): Passed Senate and Assembly (message of necessity)

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and 3D-printed guns; adds 3D printer blocking-technology requirements.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9005

NY S 7236: Passed one chamber - Restrictions on the receipt of ammunition (ammunition background check denials)

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-19): Passed Senate; delivered to Assembly; referred to Assembly Codes

What it does: Applies state-law and ERPO firearm prohibitors to ammunition background checks.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7236

MI SB 854: In committee - Occupations: license to sell firearms at retail; provide for

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Michigan · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-05-19): Referred to Committee of the Whole

Would create a state license to sell firearms at retail by amending the state firearms act (1927 PA 372, MCL 28.421-28.435, adding sections 14b and 14c). It was reported to the Senate Committee of the Whole on May 19, 2026.

What it does: Would require a state license for retail firearm sellers.

Official page: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SB-0854

VA HB 217: Signed into law - Assault firearms & certain ammunition feeding devices; purchase, sale, etc., prohibited, penalties

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-14): Approved by Governor, Chapter 1106 (effective 7/1/2026)

Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor to import, sell, manufacture, purchase or transfer an "assault firearm" as defined in the bill, and bars a person convicted of that offense from buying or possessing firearms for three years. Antique, permanently inoperable and bolt-, pump-, lever- or slide-action firearms are excluded. The bill also prohibits the sale of large-capacity ammunition feeding devices as defined in the bill; it is identical to SB 749.

What it does: Prohibits future sale, purchase and transfer of defined assault firearms and sale of large-capacity magazines.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB217

H.R. 2267 (119th): Passed one chamber - NICS Data Reporting Act of 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Administrative

Action (2026-05-13): Received in the Senate; referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

Would require the Department of Justice to report annually on the demographic data of people determined to be ineligible to purchase a firearm based on a National Instant Criminal Background Check System check.

What it does: Would add annual DOJ reporting on background-check denials.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2267

OH SB 214: Passed one chamber - Remove firearm suppressors from dangerous ordnance

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-05-13): House: Refer to Committee

Would amend Ohio law to remove firearm mufflers and suppressors from the legal classification of "dangerous ordnance". It passed the Senate on March 25, 2026 and was referred to a House committee in May 2026.

What it does: Would remove suppressors from Ohio's dangerous ordnance category.

Official page: https://www.ohiohouse.gov/legislation/136/sb214

NY A 1962-B: Passed one chamber - Francesco's law: safe storage of firearms, rifles and shotguns

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-05-13): Passed Assembly; delivered to Senate

What it does: Expands safe-storage requirements for firearms around minors and prohibited persons.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1962

H.R. 2267 (119th): Passed one chamber - NICS Data Reporting Act of 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Administrative

Action (2026-05-12): Passed House under suspension of the rules, as amended, by voice vote

What it does: Would add annual DOJ reporting on background-check denials.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2267

DE SS 1 for SB 300: Introduced - AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11, TITLE 16, AND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DEADLY WEAPONS DEALERS

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Delaware · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-05-08): Senate Substitute 1 adopted in lieu of the original SB 300

What it does: Creates a state licensing and inspection regime for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?legislationId=143254

MN HF 4075: Signed into law - Uniform procedure for firearm restrictions resulting from criminal convictions and judicial orders

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Minnesota · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-07): Governor approval; filed with Secretary of State, Chapter 75

Establishes a uniform procedure for imposing, carrying out and overseeing firearm restrictions that result from certain criminal convictions and court orders, including domestic violence protective orders. The bill was signed as Session Law Chapter 75 and takes effect August 1, 2026.

What it does: Standardizes and tightens firearm surrender procedures after convictions and court orders.

Official page: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF4075&ssn=0&y=2026

CT HB 5043 (Public Act 26-41): Passed both chambers - An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition and Refundability of Permits

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Connecticut · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-05-05): Senate Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A (in concurrence)

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and unfinished frames/receivers; also adjusts permit-fee refund rules.

Official page: https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/CGABillStatus/cgabillstatus.asp?bill_num=HB5043&selBillType=Bill&which_year=2026

CO HB26-1144: Signed into law - Concerning measures to prohibit the use of three-dimensional printing to manufacture firearms

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Colorado · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-05-04): Governor Signed

Prohibits knowingly making a potentially functioning firearm, unfinished frame or receiver, large-capacity magazine or rapid-fire device by 3D printing (defined to include additive and subtractive manufacturing). Federally licensed manufacturers and accredited gunsmithing programs are exempt. A first offense is a class 1 misdemeanor and a second or later offense is a class 5 felony.

What it does: Bans 3D printing of firearms and key components by unlicensed persons.

Official page: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb26-1144

MN HF 4075: Passed both chambers - Uniform procedure for firearm restrictions resulting from criminal convictions and judicial orders

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Minnesota · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-04-29): Third reading passed (Senate)

What it does: Standardizes and tightens firearm surrender procedures after convictions and court orders.

Official page: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF4075&ssn=0&y=2026

TN SB 1847: Passed both chambers - Firearms and Ammunition: use of deadly force to protect property

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-04-23): Passed House, as amended, Ayes 62, Nays 24

As enacted, lowers the legal standard for when a person may use deadly force to protect property. It was assigned Public Chapter 1100 and took effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Broadens when deadly force may be used to protect property.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB1847&ga=114

MN HF 4075: Passed one chamber - Uniform procedure for firearm restrictions resulting from criminal convictions and judicial orders

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Minnesota · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-04-23): Third reading; bill was passed (House)

What it does: Standardizes and tightens firearm surrender procedures after convictions and court orders.

Official page: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF4075&ssn=0&y=2026

VA SB 348: Signed into law - Firearms; storage in residence where minor or person prohibited from possessing is present, penalty

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-22): Governor's recommendation adopted; Approved by Governor, Chapter 1006 (effective 7/1/2026)

Requires a person who keeps a firearm in a residence where they know a minor or a person prohibited from possessing firearms is present to store it in a locked container inaccessible to that person or to disable it with a gun lock. A violation is a Class 2 misdemeanor, and dealers must post a notice about the penalty. The bill is identical to HB 871.

What it does: Requires locked storage of firearms in homes where minors or prohibited persons are present.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB348

VA HB 1525: Signed into law - Firearms, certain; definitions, possession, transportation, or purchase by certain persons, penalty

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-22): Governor's recommendation adopted; Approved by Governor, Chapter 1102 (effective 4/22/2026)

Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor for a person younger than 21 to purchase a handgun or assault firearm anywhere in Virginia, and adds listed exceptions for people under 18 to possess or transport handguns or assault firearms. It directs the State Police to administer and enforce existing law on required background checks for firearm sales. The bill has an emergency clause and took effect when signed.

What it does: Sets 21 as the minimum age to purchase a handgun or assault firearm.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1525

VA HB 1524: Signed into law - Assault firearms; carrying in public areas prohibited, exceptions, penalty

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-22): Governor's recommendation adopted; Approved by Governor, Chapter 1101 (effective 7/1/2026)

Prohibits carrying an assault firearm, as defined in existing law, on public streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, public parks and other places open to the public, with listed exceptions. Previously the carry restriction covered a narrower set of firearms, applied only in certain localities and only when loaded. A violation is a Class 1 misdemeanor; the bill is identical to SB 727.

What it does: Prohibits public carry of defined assault firearms statewide, with exceptions.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1524

CT HB 5043 (Public Act 26-41): Passed one chamber - An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition and Refundability of Permits

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Connecticut · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-04-22): House Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and unfinished frames/receivers; also adjusts permit-fee refund rules.

Official page: https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/CGABillStatus/cgabillstatus.asp?bill_num=HB5043&selBillType=Bill&which_year=2026

NC S 50: Vetoed - Freedom to Carry NC

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

North Carolina · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2026-04-21): House: placed on calendar for 04/21/2026 (veto override pending)

Would allow a U.S. citizen at least 18 years old to carry a concealed handgun in North Carolina without a permit, unless otherwise prohibited, while keeping concealed handgun permits available for reciprocity and other purposes. The ratified bill also increases line-of-duty death benefits, creates a scholarship for children of disabled or slain officers, and adds firearm-related criminal offenses. The Governor vetoed it; the Senate voted to override and the House has not yet completed an override vote.

What it does: Would allow permitless concealed carry for adults 18 and older.

Official page: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S50

TN SB 1847: Passed one chamber - Firearms and Ammunition: use of deadly force to protect property

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-04-21): Passed Senate, Ayes 21, Nays 5

As enacted, lowers the legal standard for when a person may use deadly force to protect property. It was assigned Public Chapter 1100 and took effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Broadens when deadly force may be used to protect property.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB1847&ga=114

CA AB 1974: Passed one chamber - Firearms: voluntary firearm storage program

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Administrative

Action (2026-04-20): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 71. Noes 2.)

What it does: Creates a framework for voluntary temporary gun storage with police; no new restrictions on owners.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1974

KY HB 78: Enacted over veto - AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Enacted over veto · Expands

Action (2026-04-14): Veto overridden by House and Senate; delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 177)

Creates liability protections for manufacturers and sellers of firearms and ammunition, and their trade associations, against specified lawsuits arising from the criminal or unlawful use of their products, and preempts local laws that would impose such liability. It sets criteria, timelines and burdens of proof for claims under exceptions to the immunity, creates a civil cause of action for violations, and gives the Attorney General enforcement authority.

What it does: Expands legal immunity for firearm and ammunition makers and sellers.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb78.html

KY HB 312: Enacted over veto - AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Enacted over veto · Expands

Action (2026-04-14): Veto overridden by House and Senate; delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 173)

Requires the Kentucky State Police to issue provisional licenses to carry concealed firearms and other deadly weapons to people aged 18 to 20 who meet specified criteria. It sets up notice of expiration and a process to switch from a provisional to a standard license, and lets the State Police adopt regulations to administer both.

What it does: Creates provisional concealed carry licenses for 18- to 20-year-olds.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb312.html

VA SB 272: Signed into law - Firearm or explosive material; exemptions, carrying in public institutions of higher education

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-13): Approved by Governor, Chapter 644 (effective 7/1/2026)

Narrows an exemption to the ban on carrying firearms in state-owned or leased buildings that currently covers property of public colleges and universities. Under the bill the exemption applies only to people who possess a weapon as part of the institution's curriculum or activities, or an organization authorized by the institution, as approved by its law-enforcement or public safety unit. Identical to HB 626.

What it does: Restricts carrying firearms in public college and university buildings.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB272

VA HB 901: Signed into law - Substantial risk orders; eligible petitioners, court jurisdiction, constr. possession of firearms

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-13): Approved by Governor, Chapter 698 (effective 7/1/2026)

Expands who may petition for an emergency substantial risk order (Virginia's extreme risk, or "red flag", order) and lists factors a judge or magistrate must consider. It extends jurisdiction over these orders to juvenile and domestic relations and general district courts, sets procedures for petitions involving minors, and provides a process for returning firearms not owned by the subject of a petition.

What it does: Broadens who can seek a red flag order and which courts can issue one.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB901

VA HB 110: Signed into law - Handguns in unattended motor vehicle; definitions, penalty

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-13): Approved by Governor, Chapter 560 (effective 7/1/2026)

Makes it a Class 4 misdemeanor to leave a handgun in an unattended vehicle without storing it in a locked hard-sided container, which can include a locked glove compartment or center console. The bill includes exemptions, including for a person who reports the firearm's theft or loss to law enforcement. Identical to SB 496.

What it does: Requires locked storage of handguns left in unattended vehicles.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB110

VA HB 40: Signed into law - Plastic firearms or receivers, etc., transfer, etc., prohibited; penalties

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-10): Approved by Governor, Chapter 531 (effective: see bill)

Updates the existing Class 5 felony for making, selling or possessing plastic firearms that cannot be detected by security screening devices. It also makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor (a Class 4 felony for repeat offenses) to knowingly possess a firearm or a completed or unfinished frame or receiver that does not carry a valid serial number, and sets related restrictions on unserialized firearms.

What it does: Prohibits possession and transfer of unserialized firearms, frames and receivers.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB40

VA HB 21: Signed into law - Firearm industry members; creates standards of responsible conduct, civil liability

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-10): Approved by Governor, Chapter 529 (effective 7/1/2026)

Creates standards of responsible conduct for firearm industry members and requires them to establish reasonable controls over the manufacture, sale, distribution and marketing of firearm-related products, including procedures meant to prevent sales to straw purchasers, traffickers and prohibited persons and to prevent loss or theft. It creates civil liability when a violation of these standards contributes to harm.

What it does: Sets conduct standards for gun makers and sellers and allows civil suits for violations.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB21

VA HB 19: Signed into law - Firearms; purchase, etc., after assault & battery of family or household member or intimate partner

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-04-10): Approved by Governor, Chapter 527 (effective 7/1/2026)

Adds intimate partners (a romantic, dating or sexual relationship within the previous 12 months) and current or recent cohabitants to the definition of "family or household member" for the firearm prohibition that follows a misdemeanor assault and battery conviction. It makes it an offense to purchase, possess or transport a firearm after such a conviction for an offense on or after July 1, 2026. Identical to SB 160.

What it does: Extends the domestic-violence firearm prohibition to dating partners and cohabitants.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB19

KS S Sub for HB 2501: Signed into law - Firearm hold agreement immunity; removing the state criminal prohibition on suppressors and shotgun barrel length requirements

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kansas · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-04-09): Approved by Governor

Gives federal firearms licensees immunity from civil liability for returning a firearm to its owner at the end of a firearm hold agreement. It removes the state criminal prohibition on firearm suppressors and the shotgun barrel-length qualification requirements, and provides enhanced penalties for certain felonies committed using a suppressor or short-barrel shotgun.

What it does: Removes state-level suppressor prohibition; adds penalties for felonies using them.

Official page: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2501/

TN SB 350: Signed into law - Landlord and Tenant: tenant firearm possession

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-04-06): Signed by Governor; Public Chapter 606

Generally restricts landlords from prohibiting a residential tenant from lawfully possessing, carrying, transporting or storing a firearm, firearm parts or ammunition in the tenant's residence, in a vehicle in tenant or guest parking, or in landlord-controlled areas needed to enter or exit those places. It applies to leases entered into, amended, extended or renewed on or after January 1, 2027.

What it does: Limits landlords' ability to bar lawful firearm possession by tenants.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB0350&ga=114

KY HB 78: Vetoed - AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2026-04-03): Vetoed by the Governor

What it does: Expands legal immunity for firearm and ammunition makers and sellers.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb78.html

KY HB 312: Vetoed - AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2026-04-03): Vetoed by the Governor

What it does: Creates provisional concealed carry licenses for 18- to 20-year-olds.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb312.html

ID H 932 (advisory ballot question): On the ballot - STATE GUN: advisory question on the official state gun of Idaho

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Idaho · On the ballot · Administrative

Action (2026-04-02): Signed by Governor; advisory question placed on the ballot

Places a non-binding advisory question on the November 2026 ballot asking voters which firearm should be Idaho's official state gun. A separate law would be needed after the election to actually designate a state gun.

What it does: Advisory only; no change to firearm regulation.

Official page: https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0932/

CO HB26-1144: Passed both chambers - Concerning measures to prohibit the use of three-dimensional printing to manufacture firearms

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Colorado · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-04-02): Senate Third Reading Passed 3/30; House concurred in Senate amendments

What it does: Bans 3D printing of firearms and key components by unlicensed persons.

Official page: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb26-1144

WV HB 4106: Signed into law - Allowing constitutional carry for 18- to 20-year-olds

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

West Virginia · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-04-01): Approved by Governor 4/1/2026

Extends West Virginia's permitless ("constitutional") carry provisions to adults aged 18 to 20. It was approved by the Governor on April 1, 2026 and took effect ninety days from passage (June 12, 2026).

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds carry concealed without a permit.

Official page: https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4106&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill

ID H 932 (advisory ballot question): Passed both chambers - STATE GUN: advisory question on the official state gun of Idaho

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Idaho · Passed both chambers · Administrative

Action (2026-03-31): Senate: Read third time in full, PASSED 32-0-3

What it does: Advisory only; no change to firearm regulation.

Official page: https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0932/

UT HB 214: Signed into law - Firearms Liability Amendments

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-03-26): Governor Signed

Amends civil liability rules for claims arising from a firearm or firearm-related item brought against sellers, manufacturers or trade associations. Courts must dismiss claims that fail to meet specific requirements, prevailing defendants may recover reasonable attorney fees and court costs in certain circumstances, and defendants may immediately appeal a denial of a motion to dismiss.

What it does: Adds procedural protections for the firearm industry against certain lawsuits.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0214.html

KY HB 78: Passed both chambers - AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-26): 3rd reading, passed Senate 32-6

What it does: Expands legal immunity for firearm and ammunition makers and sellers.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb78.html

KS S Sub for HB 2501: Passed both chambers - Firearm hold agreement immunity; removing the state criminal prohibition on suppressors and shotgun barrel length requirements

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kansas · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-26): Conference Committee Report adopted by House (99-22) and Senate (35-4)

What it does: Removes state-level suppressor prohibition; adds penalties for felonies using them.

Official page: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2501/

OH SB 214: Passed one chamber - Remove firearm suppressors from dangerous ordnance

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-03-25): Passed Senate

What it does: Would remove suppressors from Ohio's dangerous ordnance category.

Official page: https://www.ohiohouse.gov/legislation/136/sb214

WV HB 4106: Passed both chambers - Allowing constitutional carry for 18- to 20-year-olds

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

West Virginia · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-25): Passed Legislature; to Governor 3/25/2026

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds carry concealed without a permit.

Official page: https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4106&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill

WA HB 2320: Signed into law - Concerning the regulation of firearm manufacturing

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Washington · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-03-24): Governor signed. Chapter 203, 2026 Laws.

Updates Washington's restrictions on manufacturing firearms and components to expressly cover 3D printers, CNC milling machines and digital firearm manufacturing code. It adds restrictions on selling, transferring and distributing such code and on manufacturing frames and receivers, including unfinished ones, subject to exceptions. Penalties range from a civil infraction for making an untraceable firearm up to a class C felony for manufacturing items such as machine guns or undetectable firearms.

What it does: Restricts 3D printing of guns and distribution of digital gun files.

Official page: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2320&Year=2026

MD SB 334: Passed both chambers - Criminal Law - Firearm Crimes - Machine Gun Convertible Pistols

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Maryland · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-24): Third Reading Passed, House (91-40) / final passage

What it does: Bans sale and transfer of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire, starting 2027.

Official page: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0334?ys=2026RS

CT HB 5043 (Public Act 26-41): In committee - An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition and Refundability of Permits

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Connecticut · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-03-24): Joint Favorable Substitute (Judiciary)

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and unfinished frames/receivers; also adjusts permit-fee refund rules.

Official page: https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/CGABillStatus/cgabillstatus.asp?bill_num=HB5043&selBillType=Bill&which_year=2026

KY HB 312: Passed both chambers - AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-20): 3rd reading, passed Senate 30-7

What it does: Creates provisional concealed carry licenses for 18- to 20-year-olds.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb312.html

ID H 932 (advisory ballot question): Passed one chamber - STATE GUN: advisory question on the official state gun of Idaho

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Idaho · Passed one chamber · Administrative

Action (2026-03-20): House: Read third time in full, PASSED 68-0-2

What it does: Advisory only; no change to firearm regulation.

Official page: https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0932/

UT HB 84: Signed into law - Dangerous Weapon Amendments

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Signed into law · Mixed

Action (2026-03-19): Governor Signed

Allows people 21 or older to carry a concealed dangerous weapon at a public institution of higher education without a concealed carry permit. It renames the related offense to "openly carrying a dangerous weapon at an institution of higher education", removes private colleges from where that offense applies, and prohibits open carry on campus (even by permit holders) unless lawfully responding to an active threat.

What it does: Allows permitless concealed carry on public campuses for 21+, while prohibiting open carry there.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0084.html

KS S Sub for HB 2501: Passed one chamber - Firearm hold agreement immunity; removing the state criminal prohibition on suppressors and shotgun barrel length requirements

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kansas · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-03-19): Senate Final Action - Substitute passed; Yea 37, Nay 3

What it does: Removes state-level suppressor prohibition; adds penalties for felonies using them.

Official page: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2501/

MI SB 854: Introduced - Occupations: license to sell firearms at retail; provide for

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Michigan · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-03-18): Introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri; referred to Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

What it does: Would require a state license for retail firearm sellers.

Official page: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SB-0854

ID H 932 (advisory ballot question): Introduced - STATE GUN: advisory question on the official state gun of Idaho

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Idaho · Introduced · Administrative

Action (2026-03-18): Introduced in House

What it does: Advisory only; no change to firearm regulation.

Official page: https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0932/

MI SB 848: In committee - Weapons: firearms; waiting period for firearm purchases; provide for

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Michigan · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-03-18): Introduced by Senator Rosemary Bayer; referred to Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

Would create a waiting period for firearm purchases by amending section 223 of the Michigan Penal Code (MCL 750.223).

What it does: Would add a waiting period before firearm purchases.

Official page: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SB-0848

KY HB 78: Passed one chamber - AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-03-17): 3rd reading, passed House 75-17 with Committee Substitute (1)

What it does: Expands legal immunity for firearm and ammunition makers and sellers.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb78.html

VA HB 1525: Passed both chambers - Firearms, certain; definitions, possession, transportation, or purchase by certain persons, penalty

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-14): Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N) and House (60-Y 37-N)

What it does: Sets 21 as the minimum age to purchase a handgun or assault firearm.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1525

VA HB 110: Passed both chambers - Handguns in unattended motor vehicle; definitions, penalty

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-14): Conference report agreed to by House (60-Y 37-N) and Senate (21-Y 18-N)

What it does: Requires locked storage of handguns left in unattended vehicles.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB110

FL HB 133: Failed / dead - Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Florida · Failed / dead · Expands

Action (2026-03-13): Senate: Died in Rules

Would have lowered the minimum age at which a person may purchase a firearm, and the age of purchasers to whom licensees are barred from selling or transferring firearms, and removed an exception. It passed the House 74-37 but died in the Senate Rules Committee when the session ended.

What it does: Would have lowered the minimum age to buy certain firearms.

Official page: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/133

VA HB 1524: Passed both chambers - Assault firearms; carrying in public areas prohibited, exceptions, penalty

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-13): Conference report agreed to by House (55-Y 38-N) and Senate (21-Y 18-N)

What it does: Prohibits public carry of defined assault firearms statewide, with exceptions.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1524

VA HB 217: Passed both chambers - Assault firearms & certain ammunition feeding devices; purchase, sale, etc., prohibited, penalties

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-11): Passed Senate with substitute 3/9 (21-Y 19-N); Senate substitute agreed to by House (60-Y 35-N)

What it does: Prohibits future sale, purchase and transfer of defined assault firearms and sale of large-capacity magazines.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB217

WA HB 2320: Passed both chambers - Concerning the regulation of firearm manufacturing

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Washington · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-11): Senate passed 2/28 (29-18); House concurred, final passage (58-38)

What it does: Restricts 3D printing of guns and distribution of digital gun files.

Official page: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2320&Year=2026

TN SB 350: Passed both chambers - Landlord and Tenant: tenant firearm possession

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-10): Passed House, as amended, Ayes 73, Nays 21

What it does: Limits landlords' ability to bar lawful firearm possession by tenants.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB0350&ga=114

MN HF 4075: Introduced - Uniform procedure for firearm restrictions resulting from criminal convictions and judicial orders

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Minnesota · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-03-09): Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy

What it does: Standardizes and tightens firearm surrender procedures after convictions and court orders.

Official page: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF4075&ssn=0&y=2026

WY HB0098: Signed into law - Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act-penalty amendments

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-03-07): Governor Signed HEA No. 0028; Chapter 88

Makes it a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $2,000, or both, to knowingly violate Wyoming's Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act, which bars state and local enforcement of red flag (extreme risk) orders against Wyoming residents. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Adds criminal penalties for enforcing red flag orders in Wyoming.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0098

WY HB0096: Signed into law - Carrying of concealed weapons-age requirement

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-03-07): Governor Signed HEA No. 0027; Chapter 87

Lowers the minimum age to receive a Wyoming concealed carry permit from 21 to 18 and makes conforming amendments. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds obtain concealed carry permits.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0096

WY HB0039: Signed into law - Firearms rights-restoration amendments

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-03-07): Governor Signed HEA No. 0038; Chapter 95

Clarifies that a restoration of rights granted under the laws of the jurisdiction where a conviction was entered (including another state) is recognized in Wyoming for purposes of the state's firearm possession prohibition for people convicted of violent felonies. It took effect when signed.

What it does: Recognizes out-of-state restoration of rights for firearm possession.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0039

VA HB 19: Passed both chambers - Firearms; purchase, etc., after assault & battery of family or household member or intimate partner

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-06): Passed Senate with substitute 3/2; Senate receded from substitute 3/6 (22-Y 18-N)

What it does: Extends the domestic-violence firearm prohibition to dating partners and cohabitants.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB19

UT HB 84: Passed both chambers - Dangerous Weapon Amendments

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Passed both chambers · Mixed

Action (2026-03-06): Senate passed 2nd & 3rd readings

What it does: Allows permitless concealed carry on public campuses for 21+, while prohibiting open carry there.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0084.html

WY HB0039: Passed both chambers - Firearms rights-restoration amendments

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-06): S 3rd Reading: Passed 31-0 (3/5); H Concur: Passed 60-0-2

What it does: Recognizes out-of-state restoration of rights for firearm possession.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0039

VA HB 21: Passed both chambers - Firearm industry members; creates standards of responsible conduct, civil liability

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-05): Passed Senate with substitute 3/3 (21-Y 19-N); Senate substitute agreed to by House (62-Y 36-N)

What it does: Sets conduct standards for gun makers and sellers and allows civil suits for violations.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB21

WY HB0098: Passed both chambers - Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act-penalty amendments

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-05): S 3rd Reading: Passed 31-0

What it does: Adds criminal penalties for enforcing red flag orders in Wyoming.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0098

WY HB0096: Passed both chambers - Carrying of concealed weapons-age requirement

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-03-05): S 3rd Reading: Passed 29-2

Lowers the minimum age to receive a Wyoming concealed carry permit from 21 to 18 and makes conforming amendments. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds obtain concealed carry permits.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0096

VA HB 40: Passed both chambers - Plastic firearms or receivers, etc., transfer, etc., prohibited; penalties

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-03-04): Passed Senate with substitute 3/2 (21-Y 19-N); Senate substitute agreed to by House (64-Y 32-N)

What it does: Prohibits possession and transfer of unserialized firearms, frames and receivers.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB40

IN HB 1274: Signed into law - Insurance mandated gun free zone notices

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Indiana · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-03-03): Signed by the Governor; Public Law 61

Provides that an insurer may not require an insured or prospective insured to post or display a gun-free zone notice. It became Public Law 61 of 2026.

What it does: Bars insurers from requiring policyholders to post gun-free zone signs.

Official page: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1274/details

MD SB 334: Passed one chamber - Criminal Law - Firearm Crimes - Machine Gun Convertible Pistols

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Maryland · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-03-03): Third Reading Passed, Senate (28-16)

What it does: Bans sale and transfer of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire, starting 2027.

Official page: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0334?ys=2026RS

CO HB26-1144: Passed one chamber - Concerning measures to prohibit the use of three-dimensional printing to manufacture firearms

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Colorado · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-03-02): House Third Reading Passed

What it does: Bans 3D printing of firearms and key components by unlicensed persons.

Official page: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb26-1144

IN HB 1274: Passed both chambers - Insurance mandated gun free zone notices

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Indiana · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-02-27): Signed by the President of the Senate (enrolled)

Provides that an insurer may not require an insured or prospective insured to post or display a gun-free zone notice. It became Public Law 61 of 2026.

What it does: Bars insurers from requiring policyholders to post gun-free zone signs.

Official page: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1274/details

VA SB 348: Passed both chambers - Firearms; storage in residence where minor or person prohibited from possessing is present, penalty

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-02-25): Passed House (62-Y 35-N)

What it does: Requires locked storage of firearms in homes where minors or prohibited persons are present.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB348

VA HB 901: Passed both chambers - Substantial risk orders; eligible petitioners, court jurisdiction, constr. possession of firearms

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-02-25): Passed Senate (21-Y 19-N)

What it does: Broadens who can seek a red flag order and which courts can issue one.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB901

H.R. 2189 (119th): Passed one chamber - Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-24): Received in the Senate

Would remove less-than-lethal projectile devices (for example, certain TASER-type devices that cannot fire common ammunition or projectiles faster than 500 feet per second and do not accept a magazine) from regulation under the Gun Control Act. It would also require ATF to decide within 90 days of a request whether a device meets that definition.

What it does: Would exempt qualifying less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm rules.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2189

AZ SB 1069: Passed one chamber - prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Arizona · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-24): Senate Third Read 17-10; transmitted to House

What it does: Would have removed suppressors from Arizona's prohibited-weapons list.

Official page: https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83693

WY HB0039: Passed one chamber - Firearms rights-restoration amendments

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-23): H 3rd Reading: Passed 58-0-4

What it does: Recognizes out-of-state restoration of rights for firearm possession.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0039

WY HB0098: Passed one chamber - Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act-penalty amendments

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-21): H 3rd Reading: Passed 56-5-1

What it does: Adds criminal penalties for enforcing red flag orders in Wyoming.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0098

WY HB0096: Passed one chamber - Carrying of concealed weapons-age requirement

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-21): H 3rd Reading: Passed 58-3-1

Lowers the minimum age to receive a Wyoming concealed carry permit from 21 to 18 and makes conforming amendments. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds obtain concealed carry permits.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0096

UT HB 214: Passed both chambers - Firearms Liability Amendments

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2026-02-20): Senate passed 3rd reading

What it does: Adds procedural protections for the firearm industry against certain lawsuits.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0214.html

CA SB 1220: Introduced - Firearms: prohibited persons

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-19): Introduced. Read first time.

What it does: Adds a 10-year firearm prohibition for misdemeanor serial-number tampering.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1220

UT HB 84: Passed one chamber - Dangerous Weapon Amendments

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Passed one chamber · Mixed

Action (2026-02-18): House passed 3rd reading

What it does: Allows permitless concealed carry on public campuses for 21+, while prohibiting open carry there.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0084.html

VA HB 1524: Passed one chamber - Assault firearms; carrying in public areas prohibited, exceptions, penalty

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-17): Read third time and passed House (54-Y 41-N)

What it does: Prohibits public carry of defined assault firearms statewide, with exceptions.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1524

VA HB 901: Passed one chamber - Substantial risk orders; eligible petitioners, court jurisdiction, constr. possession of firearms

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-17): Read third time and passed House (62-Y 34-N)

What it does: Broadens who can seek a red flag order and which courts can issue one.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB901

CA AB 2047: Introduced - Firearms: 3-dimensional printing blocking technology

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-17): Read first time. To print.

What it does: Would require 3D printers sold in California to include firearm-blocking technology once an industry standard exists.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2047

VA SB 272: Passed both chambers - Firearm or explosive material; exemptions, carrying in public institutions of higher education

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2026-02-16): Passed House (63-Y 35-N)

What it does: Restricts carrying firearms in public college and university buildings.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB272

WA HB 2320: Passed one chamber - Concerning the regulation of firearm manufacturing

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Washington · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-16): Third reading, passed House (57-39)

What it does: Restricts 3D printing of guns and distribution of digital gun files.

Official page: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2320&Year=2026

CA AB 1974: Introduced - Firearms: voluntary firearm storage program

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Administrative

Action (2026-02-13): Read first time. To print.

What it does: Creates a framework for voluntary temporary gun storage with police; no new restrictions on owners.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1974

H.R. 2189 (119th): Passed one chamber - Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-12): On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 185 (Roll no. 70)

What it does: Would exempt qualifying less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm rules.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2189

VA HB 1525: Passed one chamber - Firearms, certain; definitions, possession, transportation, or purchase by certain persons, penalty

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-12): Read third time and passed House (58-Y 37-N)

What it does: Sets 21 as the minimum age to purchase a handgun or assault firearm.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1525

VA HB 19: Passed one chamber - Firearms; purchase, etc., after assault & battery of family or household member or intimate partner

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-12): Read third time and passed House (61-Y 35-N)

What it does: Extends the domestic-violence firearm prohibition to dating partners and cohabitants.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB19

KS S Sub for HB 2501: In committee - Firearm hold agreement immunity; removing the state criminal prohibition on suppressors and shotgun barrel length requirements

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kansas · In committee · Expands

Action (2026-02-12): House Committee on Federal and State Affairs: be passed as amended

What it does: Removes state-level suppressor prohibition; adds penalties for felonies using them.

Official page: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2501/

VA SB 348: Passed one chamber - Firearms; storage in residence where minor or person prohibited from possessing is present, penalty

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-11): Passed Senate (21-Y 19-N)

What it does: Requires locked storage of firearms in homes where minors or prohibited persons are present.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB348

CA AB 1810: Introduced - Firearms: dealer centralized list

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-10): Read first time. To print.

What it does: Would have expanded state oversight and removal of licensed firearm dealers.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1810

WY HB0098: Introduced - Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act-penalty amendments

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-02-10): H Introduced and Referred to H03 - Revenue

What it does: Adds criminal penalties for enforcing red flag orders in Wyoming.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0098

WY HB0096: Introduced - Carrying of concealed weapons-age requirement

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-02-10): H Introduced and Referred to H02 - Appropriations

Lowers the minimum age to receive a Wyoming concealed carry permit from 21 to 18 and makes conforming amendments. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Lets 18- to 20-year-olds obtain concealed carry permits.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0096

WY HB0039: Introduced - Firearms rights-restoration amendments

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Wyoming · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-02-10): H Introduced and Referred to H01 - Judiciary

What it does: Recognizes out-of-state restoration of rights for firearm possession.

Official page: https://wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0039

SD SB 2: Signed into law - An Act to provide that a firearm silencer is not a controlled weapon

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

South Dakota · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2026-02-10): Signed February 10, 2026 (Session Laws Chapter 96)

Amends South Dakota's definition of "controlled weapon" so that firearm silencers are no longer included; machine guns and short shotguns remain controlled weapons. It was signed February 10, 2026 and published as Chapter 96 of the 2026 session laws.

What it does: Removes silencers from South Dakota's controlled-weapons list.

Official page: https://mylrc.sdlegislature.gov/api/Documents/SessionLaw/299649.pdf?Year=2026

VA SB 272: Passed one chamber - Firearm or explosive material; exemptions, carrying in public institutions of higher education

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-09): Read third time and passed Senate (21-Y 19-N)

What it does: Restricts carrying firearms in public college and university buildings.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB272

TN SB 350: Passed one chamber - Landlord and Tenant: tenant firearm possession

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-09): Passed Senate as amended, Ayes 27, Nays 5

What it does: Limits landlords' ability to bar lawful firearm possession by tenants.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB0350&ga=114

CA AB 1753: Introduced - Protective orders: firearms and ammunition: notice and procedures

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-09): Read first time. To print.

What it does: Requires ammunition, not only firearms, to be surrendered under protective orders.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1753

VA HB 217: Passed one chamber - Assault firearms & certain ammunition feeding devices; purchase, sale, etc., prohibited, penalties

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-05): Read third time and passed House (58-Y 34-N)

What it does: Prohibits future sale, purchase and transfer of defined assault firearms and sale of large-capacity magazines.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB217

VA HB 110: Passed one chamber - Handguns in unattended motor vehicle; definitions, penalty

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-05): Read third time and passed House (62-Y 35-N)

What it does: Requires locked storage of handguns left in unattended vehicles.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB110

VA HB 40: Passed one chamber - Plastic firearms or receivers, etc., transfer, etc., prohibited; penalties

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-05): Read third time and passed House (63-Y 34-N)

What it does: Prohibits possession and transfer of unserialized firearms, frames and receivers.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB40

VA HB 21: Passed one chamber - Firearm industry members; creates standards of responsible conduct, civil liability

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2026-02-05): Read third time and passed House (62-Y 35-N)

What it does: Sets conduct standards for gun makers and sellers and allows civil suits for violations.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB21

UT HB 214: Passed one chamber - Firearms Liability Amendments

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-02-05): House passed 3rd reading

What it does: Adds procedural protections for the firearm industry against certain lawsuits.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0214.html

CT HB 5043 (Public Act 26-41): Introduced - An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition and Refundability of Permits

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Connecticut · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-05): Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and unfinished frames/receivers; also adjusts permit-fee refund rules.

Official page: https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/CGABillStatus/cgabillstatus.asp?bill_num=HB5043&selBillType=Bill&which_year=2026

CO HB26-1144: Introduced - Concerning measures to prohibit the use of three-dimensional printing to manufacture firearms

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Colorado · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-04): Introduced in House

What it does: Bans 3D printing of firearms and key components by unlicensed persons.

Official page: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb26-1144

CA SB 948: Introduced - Firearms: safety certificates

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

California · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-02-02): Introduced. Read first time.

What it does: Adds a training-course requirement to the firearm safety certificate and applies the certificate to people moving firearms into California.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB948

H.R. 2189 (119th): In committee - Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · In committee · Expands

Action (2026-01-30): Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary, H. Rept. 119-472

What it does: Would exempt qualifying less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm rules.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2189

VA HB 1525: Introduced - Firearms, certain; definitions, possession, transportation, or purchase by certain persons, penalty

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-27): Presented and ordered printed

What it does: Sets 21 as the minimum age to purchase a handgun or assault firearm.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1525

VA HB 1524: Introduced - Assault firearms; carrying in public areas prohibited, exceptions, penalty

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-27): Presented and ordered printed

What it does: Prohibits public carry of defined assault firearms statewide, with exceptions.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1524

KY HB 312: Passed one chamber - AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-01-23): 3rd reading, passed House 73-17

What it does: Creates provisional concealed carry licenses for 18- to 20-year-olds.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb312.html

TN SB 1847: Introduced - Firearms and Ammunition: use of deadly force to protect property

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Tennessee · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-01-22): Filed for introduction

As enacted, lowers the legal standard for when a person may use deadly force to protect property. It was assigned Public Chapter 1100 and took effect July 1, 2026.

What it does: Broadens when deadly force may be used to protect property.

Official page: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB1847&ga=114

NY S 9005-C (Part C): Introduced - Public protection budget bill, Part C: convertible pistols, 3D-printed guns and 3D printer blocking technology

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New York · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-21): Budget bill submitted by the Governor; referred to Senate Finance

What it does: Restricts convertible pistols and 3D-printed guns; adds 3D printer blocking-technology requirements.

Official page: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9005

UT HB 214: Introduced - Firearms Liability Amendments

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-01-20): House 1st reading (Introduced)

What it does: Adds procedural protections for the firearm industry against certain lawsuits.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0214.html

UT HB 84: Introduced - Dangerous Weapon Amendments

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Utah · Introduced · Mixed

Action (2026-01-20): House 1st reading (Introduced)

What it does: Allows permitless concealed carry on public campuses for 21+, while prohibiting open carry there.

Official page: https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/HB0084.html

FL HB 133: In committee - Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Florida · In committee · Expands

Action (2026-01-16): Senate: Referred to Rules

What it does: Would have lowered the minimum age to buy certain firearms.

Official page: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/133

FL HB 133: Passed one chamber - Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Florida · Passed one chamber · Expands

Action (2026-01-15): Passed House; YEAS 74, NAYS 37

What it does: Would have lowered the minimum age to buy certain firearms.

Official page: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/133

NJ S1800: In committee - Requires firearm retailers to provide disclosure of customer's responsibility to report stolen or lost firearms

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New Jersey · In committee · Restricts

Action (2026-01-13): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

What it does: Adds disclosure, posting and record-keeping requirements for firearm dealers.

Official page: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1800

VA SB 348: Introduced - Firearms; storage in residence where minor or person prohibited from possessing is present, penalty

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-13): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Requires locked storage of firearms in homes where minors or prohibited persons are present.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB348

VA HB 901: Introduced - Substantial risk orders; eligible petitioners, court jurisdiction, constr. possession of firearms

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-13): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Broadens who can seek a red flag order and which courts can issue one.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB901

NJ A4975: Signed into law - Establishes crime of possessing digital instructions to illegally manufacture firearms and firearm components

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

New Jersey · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2026-01-12): Approved P.L.2025, c.255

Makes it a crime to possess digital instructions (such as 3D-printing files) with intent to use them to illegally manufacture firearms or firearm components. It was approved as P.L.2025, c.255 on January 12, 2026; the identical Senate bill was S3894.

What it does: Criminalizes possessing gun-printing files with intent to illegally manufacture.

Official page: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4975

KY HB 312: Introduced - AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-01-12): Introduced in House

What it does: Creates provisional concealed carry licenses for 18- to 20-year-olds.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb312.html

VA SB 272: Introduced - Firearm or explosive material; exemptions, carrying in public institutions of higher education

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-12): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Restricts carrying firearms in public college and university buildings.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB272

WA HB 2320: Introduced - Concerning the regulation of firearm manufacturing

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Washington · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-12): First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary

What it does: Restricts 3D printing of guns and distribution of digital gun files.

Official page: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2320&Year=2026

ME LD 1126 (HP 745): Became law without signature - An Act Requiring Serial Numbers on Firearms and Prohibiting Undetectable Firearms

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Maine · Became law without signature · Restricts

Action (2026-01-11): Became Law without Governor's Signature; Chapter 537, Public Law

Requires serial numbers on firearms and prohibits undetectable firearms. The Legislature passed it to be enacted in June 2025; it was held by the Governor and became law without the Governor's signature as Public Law Chapter 537, with the law date recorded as January 11, 2026.

What it does: Requires serialization of firearms and bans undetectable guns.

Official page: https://legislature.maine.gov/LawMakerWeb/summary.asp?LD=1126&SessionID=16

VA HB 217: Introduced - Assault firearms & certain ammunition feeding devices; purchase, sale, etc., prohibited, penalties

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-07): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Prohibits future sale, purchase and transfer of defined assault firearms and sale of large-capacity magazines.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB217

KY HB 78: Introduced - AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Kentucky · Introduced · Expands

Action (2026-01-07): Introduced in House

What it does: Expands legal immunity for firearm and ammunition makers and sellers.

Official page: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb78.html

VA HB 110: Introduced - Handguns in unattended motor vehicle; definitions, penalty

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2026-01-02): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Requires locked storage of handguns left in unattended vehicles.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB110

VA HB 40: Introduced - Plastic firearms or receivers, etc., transfer, etc., prohibited; penalties

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2025-12-23): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Prohibits possession and transfer of unserialized firearms, frames and receivers.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB40

NJ A4975: Passed both chambers - Establishes crime of possessing digital instructions to illegally manufacture firearms and firearm components

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

New Jersey · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2025-12-22): Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (25-12)

What it does: Criminalizes possessing gun-printing files with intent to illegally manufacture.

Official page: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4975

VA HB 21: Introduced - Firearm industry members; creates standards of responsible conduct, civil liability

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2025-12-22): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Sets conduct standards for gun makers and sellers and allows civil suits for violations.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB21

VA HB 19: Introduced - Firearms; purchase, etc., after assault & battery of family or household member or intimate partner

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2025-12-22): Prefiled and ordered printed

What it does: Extends the domestic-violence firearm prohibition to dating partners and cohabitants.

Official page: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB19

CA AB 1127: Signed into law - Firearms: converter pistols

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

California · Signed into law · Restricts

Action (2025-10-10): Approved by the Governor. Chapter 572, Statutes of 2025.

From July 1, 2026, licensed dealers may not sell or transfer a semiautomatic "machinegun-convertible pistol", defined as a pistol with a cruciform trigger bar that can be readily converted to fully automatic fire with a rear-slide converter device. The bill also treats such a pistol fitted with a converter as a machinegun, and sets escalating penalties for dealers up to license revocation.

What it does: Bans dealer sales of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1127

OH HB 495: In committee - Freedom to Carry Act

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio · In committee · Expands

Action (2025-10-08): Referred to House Public Safety Committee

Would rename Ohio's concealed handgun license a concealed weapons license and allow a licensee to carry a concealed deadly weapon other than an exclusive deadly weapon (for example, certain knives). It was introduced in October 2025 and remains in the House Public Safety Committee.

What it does: Would broaden what a concealed carry licensee may carry.

Official page: https://www.ohiohouse.gov/legislation/136/hb495

FL HB 133: Introduced - Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Florida · Introduced · Expands

Action (2025-10-08): House: Filed

What it does: Would have lowered the minimum age to buy certain firearms.

Official page: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/133

H.R. 38 (119th): In committee - Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2025

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · In committee · Expands

Action (2025-10-03): Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary, H. Rept. 119-337; placed on the Union Calendar No. 289

Would let a person who is eligible to carry a concealed firearm in one state carry or possess a concealed handgun (other than a machine gun or destructive device) in any other state that allows its residents to carry concealed firearms. It sets requirements for lawful carry across state lines, preempts most state and local concealed-carry laws, and creates a private right of action against interference.

What it does: Would require states to honor out-of-state concealed carry eligibility.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/38

PA HB 1593: Passed one chamber - Background checks on all firearm sales: repealing the handgun-only limit in 18 Pa.C.S. 6111(f)(2)

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2025-10-03): Referred to Senate Judiciary

Repeals the provision of Pennsylvania's sale-or-transfer law that limits its background-check requirements to handguns and short-barreled firearms. As a result, those requirements would also apply to private transfers of long guns (rifles and shotguns). It passed the House 104-99 and is in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

What it does: Would extend background-check requirements to private sales of rifles and shotguns.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb1593

H.R. 2267 (119th): In committee - NICS Data Reporting Act of 2026

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · In committee · Administrative

Action (2025-10-03): Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary, H. Rept. 119-336

What it does: Would add annual DOJ reporting on background-check denials.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2267

OH HB 495: Introduced - Freedom to Carry Act

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio · Introduced · Expands

Action (2025-10-01): Introduced in House

What it does: Would broaden what a concealed carry licensee may carry.

Official page: https://www.ohiohouse.gov/legislation/136/hb495

PA HB 1593: Passed one chamber - Background checks on all firearm sales: repealing the handgun-only limit in 18 Pa.C.S. 6111(f)(2)

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2025-09-30): Third consideration and final passage (104-99)

What it does: Would extend background-check requirements to private sales of rifles and shotguns.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb1593

CA AB 1127: Passed both chambers - Firearms: converter pistols

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2025-09-13): Passed Senate 9/12 (Ayes 29. Noes 9.); Assembly concurrence

What it does: Bans dealer sales of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1127

NC S 50: Vetoed - Freedom to Carry NC

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

North Carolina · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2025-07-29): Senate vote on veto override (Motion 11); bill sent to House for override vote

What it does: Would allow permitless concealed carry for adults 18 and older.

Official page: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S50

ME LD 1126 (HP 745): Passed both chambers - An Act Requiring Serial Numbers on Firearms and Prohibiting Undetectable Firearms

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Maine · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2025-07-08): Senate: HELD BY THE GOVERNOR

What it does: Requires serialization of firearms and bans undetectable guns.

Official page: https://legislature.maine.gov/LawMakerWeb/summary.asp?LD=1126&SessionID=16

H.R. 1 (119th), Sec. 70436 (Public Law 119-21): Signed into law - Reduction of transfer and manufacturing taxes for certain devices (One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sec. 70436)

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Signed into law · Expands

Action (2025-07-04): Became Public Law No: 119-21

Section 70436 of the 2025 budget reconciliation law sets the National Firearms Act transfer and making taxes to $0 for NFA items other than machine guns and destructive devices (which stay at $200). This covers items such as suppressors, short-barreled rifles and short-barreled shotguns; registration requirements are not removed by this section. The change applies to calendar quarters beginning more than 90 days after enactment (from January 1, 2026).

What it does: Eliminates the $200 federal tax on suppressors, SBRs, SBSs and similar NFA items.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1

H.R. 1 (119th), Sec. 70436 (Public Law 119-21): Passed both chambers - Reduction of transfer and manufacturing taxes for certain devices (One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sec. 70436)

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2025-07-03): Passed Senate with an amendment 7/1 (51-50); House agreed to the Senate amendment (218-214)

What it does: Eliminates the $200 federal tax on suppressors, SBRs, SBSs and similar NFA items.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1

ME LD 1126 (HP 745): Passed both chambers - An Act Requiring Serial Numbers on Firearms and Prohibiting Undetectable Firearms

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Maine · Passed both chambers · Restricts

Action (2025-06-25): House: PASSED TO BE ENACTED; engrossed by House and Senate

What it does: Requires serialization of firearms and bans undetectable guns.

Official page: https://legislature.maine.gov/LawMakerWeb/summary.asp?LD=1126&SessionID=16

NC S 50: Vetoed - Freedom to Carry NC

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

North Carolina · Vetoed · Expands

Action (2025-06-20): Vetoed by the Governor

What it does: Would allow permitless concealed carry for adults 18 and older.

Official page: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S50

NC S 50: Passed both chambers - Freedom to Carry NC

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

North Carolina · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2025-06-12): Ratified

What it does: Would allow permitless concealed carry for adults 18 and older.

Official page: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S50

NC S 50: Passed both chambers - Freedom to Carry NC

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

North Carolina · Passed both chambers · Expands

Action (2025-06-11): Passed 3rd Reading in House (Senate passed earlier)

What it does: Would allow permitless concealed carry for adults 18 and older.

Official page: https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S50

PA HB 1593: Introduced - Background checks on all firearm sales: repealing the handgun-only limit in 18 Pa.C.S. 6111(f)(2)

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania · Introduced · Restricts

Action (2025-06-11): Referred to House Judiciary

What it does: Would extend background-check requirements to private sales of rifles and shotguns.

Official page: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb1593

H.R. 1041 (119th): In committee - Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Federal (Congress) · In committee · Expands

Action (2025-06-05): Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, H. Rept. 119-143

What it does: Would stop VA fiduciary appointments alone from placing veterans in the gun background-check system.

Official page: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1041

CA AB 1127: Passed one chamber - Firearms: converter pistols

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

California · Passed one chamber · Restricts

Action (2025-06-03): Read third time. Passed Assembly (Ayes 58. Noes 17.)

What it does: Bans dealer sales of handgun models readily convertible to automatic fire.

Official page: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1127

OH SB 214: Introduced - Remove firearm suppressors from dangerous ordnance

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio · Introduced · Expands

Action (2025-06-03): Introduced in Senate

What it does: Would remove suppressors from Ohio's dangerous ordnance category.

Official page: https://www.ohiohouse.gov/legislation/136/sb214