Establishes "Responsibility in Firearms Sales Act"; requires licensing of firearm manufacturers.
This bill, S 4916 ("Responsibility in Firearms Sales Act"), requires all firearm manufacturers operating in New Jersey to obtain an annual license from the State Police Superintendent. Manufacturers must hold a valid license to produce or sell firearms wholesale, and retailers cannot sell firearms unless the manufacturer has one. The licensing fees collected will fund a "RIFS Fund" to provide support for firearm victims, including coverage for medical care, mental health services, lost wages, and other direct costs related to injuries or deaths. The bill directly affects firearm manufacturers (requiring licenses) and victims (receiving funding through the new fund), aiming to address public health costs linked to firearm violence.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
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Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2025
Last action Dec 1, 2025
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Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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