Sale or transfer of a semiautomatic military-style assault weapon prohibition
This bill prohibits the sale or transfer of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons in Minnesota, directly affecting owners and sellers of these firearms. It defines such weapons as specific models (like AR-15s, AK-47s, and Uzis) and firearms with features including folding stocks, detachable magazines, or pistol grips. The bill also authorizes a state-funded buyback program for these weapons and amends Minnesota law to implement the ban. The definition excludes weapons permanently made inoperable.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2025
Last action Feb 24, 2025
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Feb 20, 2025
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Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Feb 20, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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