An Act relative to creating a voluntary do-not-sell list
This bill creates a voluntary "do-not-sell" firearms list in Massachusetts, allowing any resident aged 18 or older to register and be prohibited from purchasing, renting, leasing, borrowing, or possessing firearms. To register, individuals must submit a written application with proof of identity (like a driver's license) to the state's criminal justice department, which then notifies the national background check system. The list is confidential - information cannot be used in court, for employment, or as a public record - and requires a 21-day waiting period for deregistration. The state must also run a public awareness campaign to inform residents about the program.
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