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SB 248: Firearms: information to new owners.
What SB 248 does, verified December 7, 2025
This bill requires the Department of Justice to mail a letter to each firearm purchaser within 10 days of the application or notification, providing information on how to legally transfer or relinquish a firearm and resources regarding gun violence restraining orders. The letter will include information on firearm safety and responsible ownership. The Department of Justice will be responsible for mailing the letters starting July 1, 2027. The bill aims to increase transparency and provide resources to firearm owners to promote responsible gun ownership and reduce gun violence.
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Last action: August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (2025-08-29)Alert me
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| Aug. 29, 2025 | August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. |
| Aug. 20, 2025 | August 20 set for first hearing. Placed on APPR. suspense file. |
| Aug. 20, 2025 | August 20 set for first hearing. Placed on suspense file. |
| Jul. 02, 2025 | From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 8. Noes 0.) (July 1). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Jul. 02, 2025 | Coauthors revised. |