Possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity ammunition magazines banned, and criminal penalties provided.
This bill prohibits the possession of specific semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity ammunition magazines in Minnesota, affecting current owners and potential buyers of these firearms. It defines banned weapons by listing specific models and including any firearms with certain features like pistol grips, folding stocks, or magazines holding more than ten rounds. The legislation establishes criminal penalties for violating these restrictions and amends existing state statutes to incorporate these new prohibitions.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Mar 12, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Emma Greenman
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Kari Rehrauer
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
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