Requires universal background checks for all sales or transfers of firearms
HB 357 requires background checks for all private firearm transfers between individuals (not licensed dealers), affecting private sellers and buyers. It mandates that non-dealer sellers arrange a background check through a licensed dealer or law enforcement before transferring a firearm, with approval valid for 30 days. Key exemptions include family gifts (spouses, parents, siblings, etc.), antique firearms, temporary transfers at shooting ranges or hunting, and transfers by law enforcement. The bill does not apply to licensed dealers (who already follow federal checks) or specific scenarios like estate transfers or firearm repairs.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 3, 2024
Last action May 15, 2025
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4
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Committee
1
May 15, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Dec 3, 2024
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Yolanda Young
DDemocratic
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