178 total bills, 79 anti-gun bills,
65 pro-gun bills for this session
Proposed New Jersey Firearm Legislation
178 total bills, 79 anti-gun bills,
65 pro-gun bills for this session
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Title: Urges Congress and US President to enact "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act."
Description: Urges Congress and US President to enact "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act."
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Memorializes Congress and President to enact legislation establishing certain gun control measures.
Description: Memorializes Congress and President to enact legislation establishing certain gun control measures.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Urges President and Congress of United States to enact assault weapons ban including prohibition against large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
Description: Urges President and Congress of United States to enact assault weapons ban including prohibition against large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Requires access to law enforcement guidelines for processing firearms permit applications upon public records request.
Description: Requires access to law enforcement guidelines for processing firearms permit applications upon public records request.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Authorizes chiefs of part-time municipal police forces to issue firearms ID cards and handgun purchase permits.
Description: Authorizes chiefs of part-time municipal police forces to issue firearms ID cards and handgun purchase permits.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Clarifies definition of reasonably necessary deviation when legally transporting firearm or weapon in motor vehicle.
Description: Clarifies definition of reasonably necessary deviation when legally transporting firearm or weapon in motor vehicle.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Permits possession of certain types of ammunition and increases penalties for possession for an unlawful purpose.
Description: Permits possession of certain types of ammunition and increases penalties for possession for an unlawful purpose.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms or ammunition.
Description: Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms or ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Revises procedures for securing permit to carry handgun.
Description: Revises procedures for securing permit to carry handgun.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Eliminates prohibition against purchasing more than one handgun in calendar month.
Description: Eliminates prohibition against purchasing more than one handgun in calendar month.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Proposes constitutional amendment to establish State right to keep and bear arms.
Description: Proposes constitutional amendment to establish State right to keep and bear arms.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 9, 2022
Title: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Description: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 26, 2022
Title: Recognizes "Gun Violence Awareness Day" in New Jersey.
Description: Recognizes "Gun Violence Awareness Day" in New Jersey.
Last Action: Filed with Secretary of State
Last Action Date: May 25, 2023
Title: Urges United States Supreme Court to overturn lower court opinion allowing domestic violence abusers to possess firearms.
Description: Urges United States Supreme Court to overturn lower court opinion allowing domestic violence abusers to possess firearms.
Last Action: Filed with Secretary of State
Last Action Date: June 30, 2023
Title: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Description: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 3, 2022
Title: Requires school district that includes grades kindergarten through six to offer Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program.
Description: Requires school district that includes grades kindergarten through six to offer Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Increases from 18 to 21 age at which person is eligible to receive firearms purchaser identification.
Description: Increases from 18 to 21 age at which person is eligible to receive firearms purchaser identification.
Last Action: Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Disqualifies person named on federal Terrorist Watchlist from obtaining firearms identification card or permit to purchase handgun.
Description: Disqualifies person named on federal Terrorist Watchlist from obtaining firearms identification card or permit to purchase handgun.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires court to consider results of domestic violence assessment before dissolving certain domestic violence restraining orders.
Description: Requires court to consider results of domestic violence assessment before dissolving certain domestic violence restraining orders.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Permits certain special law enforcement officers to carry firearms at all times when in State.
Description: Permits certain special law enforcement officers to carry firearms at all times when in State.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Exempts qualified veterans from paying certain firearm related fees.
Description: Exempts qualified veterans from paying certain firearm related fees.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Clarifies that chief of police or Superintendent of State Police has burden of proving applicant's disqualification for permit to purchase handgun or firearms purchaser identification card.
Description: Clarifies that chief of police or Superintendent of State Police has burden of proving applicant's disqualification for permit to purchase handgun or firearms purchaser identification card.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Establishes reasonableness standard for persons lawfully transporting firearm who deviate from course of travel.
Description: Establishes reasonableness standard for persons lawfully transporting firearm who deviate from course of travel.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Clarifies that BB guns are not firearms under New Jersey law.
Description: Clarifies that BB guns are not firearms under New Jersey law.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires chief law enforcement officer or Superintendent of State Police to notify federal immigration authorities when non-citizen applies for firearms purchaser identification card or handgun purchase permit.
Description: Requires chief law enforcement officer or Superintendent of State Police to notify federal immigration authorities when non-citizen applies for firearms purchaser identification card or handgun purchase permit.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card and register handguns acquired out-of-State.
Description: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card and register handguns acquired out-of-State.
Last Action: Substituted by S1204 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: Increases certain firearms permit fees.
Description: Increases certain firearms permit fees.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Imposes gross receipts tax on firearms and firearms ammunition.
Description: Imposes gross receipts tax on firearms and firearms ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Establishes 180 day prohibition on purchase of handgun for certain individuals who fail to report loss or theft of firearm.
Description: Establishes 180 day prohibition on purchase of handgun for certain individuals who fail to report loss or theft of firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.
Description: Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.55.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Revises certain laws concerning domestic violence and firearms.
Description: Revises certain laws concerning domestic violence and firearms.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires criminal history record background check for rifle and shotgun purchases.
Description: Requires criminal history record background check for rifle and shotgun purchases.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.
Description: Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires Attorney General to establish Statewide gun buyback program.
Description: Requires Attorney General to establish Statewide gun buyback program.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Establishes crime of possessing firearm during public demonstration for purpose of causing civil disorder.
Description: Establishes crime of possessing firearm during public demonstration for purpose of causing civil disorder.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in companies manufacturing, importing, and selling assault firearms for civilian use.
Description: Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in companies manufacturing, importing, and selling assault firearms for civilian use.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Allows Attorney General to bring cause of action for certain public nuisance violations arising from sale or marketing of firearms.
Description: Allows Attorney General to bring cause of action for certain public nuisance violations arising from sale or marketing of firearms.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.56.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Prohibits use of firearms and firearms-related items as raffle prizes.
Description: Prohibits use of firearms and firearms-related items as raffle prizes.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card.
Description: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
Description: Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Women and Children Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to fund Center on Gun Violence Research.
Description: Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to fund Center on Gun Violence Research.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 3, 2022
Title: "New Jersey Safe Storage of Firearms Act"; establishes certain requirements and penalties regarding firearm storage; repeals law governing minor's access to firearm; requires AG to establish public awareness campaign regarding firearm storage; appropriates $500,000.
Description: "New Jersey Safe Storage of Firearms Act"; establishes certain requirements and penalties regarding firearm storage; repeals law governing minor's access to firearm; requires AG to establish public awareness campaign regarding firearm storage; appropriates $500,000.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 7, 2022
Title: Requires newly manufactured semi-automatic handguns to be micro-stamped; establishes handgun database.
Description: Requires newly manufactured semi-automatic handguns to be micro-stamped; establishes handgun database.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 7, 2022
Title: Establishes rebuttable presumption that person charged with certain firearm offenses be detained prior to trial.
Description: Establishes rebuttable presumption that person charged with certain firearm offenses be detained prior to trial.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Requires police officer to inquire during mental health check whether there is firearm on premises.
Description: Requires police officer to inquire during mental health check whether there is firearm on premises.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Establishes "MarcAnthony's Law;" criminalizes use of defaced or stolen firearm to injure a police officer; enhances penalties for defacing a firearm.
Description: Establishes "MarcAnthony's Law;" criminalizes use of defaced or stolen firearm to injure a police officer; enhances penalties for defacing a firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 28, 2022
Title: Upgrades penalty for unlawful possession of certain firearms on grounds of an educational institution.
Description: Upgrades penalty for unlawful possession of certain firearms on grounds of an educational institution.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 7, 2022
Title: Eliminates age restriction for issuing special permits to carry handgun to retired law enforcement officers.
Description: Eliminates age restriction for issuing special permits to carry handgun to retired law enforcement officers.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 7, 2022
Title: Clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions may possess firearms on campus.
Description: Clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions may possess firearms on campus.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Allows fully qualified retired law enforcement officers to carry handguns without permit.
Description: Allows fully qualified retired law enforcement officers to carry handguns without permit.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Upgrades penalties for crimes committed with aid of firearms locator application.
Description: Upgrades penalties for crimes committed with aid of firearms locator application.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Authorizes issuance of duplicate firearms purchaser identification cards for change of address with certain proof.
Description: Authorizes issuance of duplicate firearms purchaser identification cards for change of address with certain proof.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Provides law enforcement officers option to obtain handgun permit or firearms identification card from municipality where they are employed.
Description: Provides law enforcement officers option to obtain handgun permit or firearms identification card from municipality where they are employed.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Allows active duty members of United States military to carry firearm at all times.
Description: Allows active duty members of United States military to carry firearm at all times.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Allows places of worship to establish security program to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Description: Allows places of worship to establish security program to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Decriminalizes manufacture and certain possession of slingshots.
Description: Decriminalizes manufacture and certain possession of slingshots.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Establishes the "Mental Health Treatment Reform and Violence Prevention Act."
Description: Establishes the "Mental Health Treatment Reform and Violence Prevention Act."
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Human Services Committee
Last Action Date: March 8, 2022
Title: Allows possession of bear spray under certain conditions.
Description: Allows possession of bear spray under certain conditions.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Food Security Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.
Description: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Repeals personalized handgun law.
Description: Repeals personalized handgun law.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Requires State to recognize permits to carry handguns issued to certain New Jersey residents by other states.
Description: Requires State to recognize permits to carry handguns issued to certain New Jersey residents by other states.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Clarifies that licensed dealers may provide firearms for display at fund raising events sponsored by certain tax exempt organizations.
Description: Clarifies that licensed dealers may provide firearms for display at fund raising events sponsored by certain tax exempt organizations.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Eliminates justifiable need requirement to obtain permit to carry handgun; requires comprehensive training to obtain handgun carry permit.
Description: Eliminates justifiable need requirement to obtain permit to carry handgun; requires comprehensive training to obtain handgun carry permit.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 17, 2022
Title: Establishes criminal penalties for sale and possession of binary firearm triggers.
Description: Establishes criminal penalties for sale and possession of binary firearm triggers.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 2, 2022
Title: Prohibits State from transmitting firearm make and model information to federal government in certain circumstances.
Description: Prohibits State from transmitting firearm make and model information to federal government in certain circumstances.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 2, 2022
Title: Prohibits possession of firearm by person convicted of animal cruelty.
Description: Prohibits possession of firearm by person convicted of animal cruelty.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 9, 2022
Title: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for minor's access to loaded firearm if access results in bodily injury or death.
Description: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for minor's access to loaded firearm if access results in bodily injury or death.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: June 9, 2022
Title: Prohibits retail dealers of firearms from being located near certain businesses and facilities.
Description: Prohibits retail dealers of firearms from being located near certain businesses and facilities.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 9, 2022
Title: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain .50 caliber rifles; makes certain exceptions.
Description: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain .50 caliber rifles; makes certain exceptions.
Last Action: Substituted by S2905 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from third degree to second degree.
Description: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from third degree to second degree.
Last Action: Substituted by S2846
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: Requires firearm retailers to sell microstamping-enabled firearms upon determination of availability by AG.
Description: Requires firearm retailers to sell microstamping-enabled firearms upon determination of availability by AG.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.57.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Requires training prior to issuance of firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase handgun under certain circumstances; provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for ten years.
Description: Requires training prior to issuance of firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase handgun under certain circumstances; provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for ten years.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.58.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Exempts certain veterans from field or live-fire range portion of hunter gun safety course.
Description: Exempts certain veterans from field or live-fire range portion of hunter gun safety course.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
Last Action Date: June 27, 2022
Title: Requires firearm transfer between members of immediate family be conducted through licensed retail firearm dealer.
Description: Requires firearm transfer between members of immediate family be conducted through licensed retail firearm dealer.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: June 27, 2022
Title: Clarifies that law enforcement agencies may hold gun buyback programs and permits voluntary surrender of ammunition.
Description: Clarifies that law enforcement agencies may hold gun buyback programs and permits voluntary surrender of ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 15, 2022
Title: Removes capacity limit for ammunition magazines.
Description: Removes capacity limit for ammunition magazines.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 15, 2022
Title: Establishes sensitive areas in which possession of firearm in prohibited.
Description: Establishes sensitive areas in which possession of firearm in prohibited.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from second to first degree.
Description: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from second to first degree.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Gives school districts discretion in allowing or prohibiting retired law enforcement officers from carrying handguns on school grounds while in performance of their duties.
Description: Gives school districts discretion in allowing or prohibiting retired law enforcement officers from carrying handguns on school grounds while in performance of their duties.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Provides for notification to new residents regarding banned weapons.
Description: Provides for notification to new residents regarding banned weapons.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Requires Attorney General to revise guidelines regarding use of conducted energy devices by law enforcement officers; establishes law enforcement conducted energy device training.
Description: Requires Attorney General to revise guidelines regarding use of conducted energy devices by law enforcement officers; establishes law enforcement conducted energy device training.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: October 3, 2022
Title: Requires psychological evaluation and in-home inspection as prerequisite to purchase firearm.
Description: Requires psychological evaluation and in-home inspection as prerequisite to purchase firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: October 11, 2022
Title: Permits certain special law enforcement officers and auxiliary police officers to carry firearms on duty.
Description: Permits certain special law enforcement officers and auxiliary police officers to carry firearms on duty.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: October 11, 2022
Title: Eliminates presumption of non-imprisonment for theft of a firearm.
Description: Eliminates presumption of non-imprisonment for theft of a firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: October 11, 2022
Title: Makes various revisions to requirements for obtaining a firearm purchaser identification card, permit to purchase a handgun, and permit to carry a handgun; codifies sensitive places in which firearms and destructive devices are prohibited.
Description: Makes various revisions to requirements for obtaining a firearm purchaser identification card, permit to purchase a handgun, and permit to carry a handgun; codifies sensitive places in which firearms and destructive devices are prohibited.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.131.
Last Action Date: December 22, 2022
Title: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for firearm trafficking that results in injury or death.
Description: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for firearm trafficking that results in injury or death.
Last Action: Substituted by S3150 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 30, 2023
Title: Replaces statutory terms regarding alcohol and substance use.
Description: Replaces statutory terms regarding alcohol and substance use.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2023, c.177.
Last Action Date: November 20, 2023
Title: Requires certain insurance carriers to include firearm liability insurance as policy option.
Description: Requires certain insurance carriers to include firearm liability insurance as policy option.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: February 27, 2023
Title: Decriminalizes manufacture and certain possession of slingshots.
Description: Decriminalizes manufacture and certain possession of slingshots.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 8, 2023
Title: Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Description: Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 18, 2023
Title: Concerns certain sale and possession of firearms; repeals personalized handgun law.
Description: Concerns certain sale and possession of firearms; repeals personalized handgun law.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: May 18, 2023
Title: Clarifies types of firearms allowed to be carried or transported while hunting.
Description: Clarifies types of firearms allowed to be carried or transported while hunting.
Last Action: Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (34-1)
Last Action Date: January 8, 2024
Title: Establishes registry allowing persons to voluntarily include their names on list of individuals prohibited from owning firearm.
Description: Establishes registry allowing persons to voluntarily include their names on list of individuals prohibited from owning firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
Last Action Date: May 25, 2023
Title: Establishes priority for certain firearm-related background checks when applicant has obtained domestic violence restraining order.
Description: Establishes priority for certain firearm-related background checks when applicant has obtained domestic violence restraining order.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: June 5, 2023
Title: Establishes grant program in DOE to promote responsible gun ownership; appropriates $1 million.
Description: Establishes grant program in DOE to promote responsible gun ownership; appropriates $1 million.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
Last Action Date: June 5, 2023
Title: Prohibits use of new merchant category code by credit card companies for purchases of firearms and ammunitions.
Description: Prohibits use of new merchant category code by credit card companies for purchases of firearms and ammunitions.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee
Last Action Date: November 20, 2023
Title: Increases statute of limitations for prosecution of theft of firearm.
Description: Increases statute of limitations for prosecution of theft of firearm.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: December 4, 2023
Title: Establishes "Stand Your Ground" self-defense law.
Description: Establishes "Stand Your Ground" self-defense law.
Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: December 14, 2023
Title: Expands culpability requirements for firearms trafficking offenses and violations of regulatory provisions relating to firearms.
Description: Expands culpability requirements for firearms trafficking offenses and violations of regulatory provisions relating to firearms.
Last Action: Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
Last Action Date: December 18, 2023
Title: Supports Governor's call to reconvene "States for Gun Safety" Summit and calls for summit to reconvene as soon as it is safe for participants to attend.
Description: Supports Governor's call to reconvene "States for Gun Safety" Summit and calls for summit to reconvene as soon as it is safe for participants to attend.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Urges Congress and US President to enact "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act."
Description: Urges Congress and US President to enact "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act."
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms ammunition.
Description: Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Description: Designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Last Action: Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
Last Action Date: June 12, 2023
Title: Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death.
Description: Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Proposes constitutional amendment to establish State right to keep and bear arms.
Description: Proposes constitutional amendment to establish State right to keep and bear arms.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 9, 2022
Title: Provides for forfeiture of vehicle where weapon was unlawfully possessed.
Description: Provides for forfeiture of vehicle where weapon was unlawfully possessed.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Increases from 18 to 21 age at which person is eligible to receive firearms purchaser identification.
Description: Increases from 18 to 21 age at which person is eligible to receive firearms purchaser identification.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.
Description: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Allows places of worship to establish security program to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Description: Allows places of worship to establish security program to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Permits place of worship to establish security plan to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Description: Permits place of worship to establish security plan to select one person to carry handgun during religious services.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires successful completion of firearms education program to obtain initial firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase a handgun.
Description: Requires successful completion of firearms education program to obtain initial firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase a handgun.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Imposes gross receipts tax on firearms and firearms ammunition.
Description: Imposes gross receipts tax on firearms and firearms ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Increases certain firearms permit fees.
Description: Increases certain firearms permit fees.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires notification of local law enforcement prior to expungement of certain mental health records of prospective firearms purchasers.
Description: Requires notification of local law enforcement prior to expungement of certain mental health records of prospective firearms purchasers.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Prohibits leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor under age of 18; requires law enforcement officers who observe unsecured firearms to conduct follow-up.
Description: Prohibits leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor under age of 18; requires law enforcement officers who observe unsecured firearms to conduct follow-up.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: January 11, 2022
Title: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card and register handguns acquired out-of-State.
Description: Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card and register handguns acquired out-of-State.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.52.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Increases statute of limitations for prosecution of theft of firearm.
Description: Increases statute of limitations for prosecution of theft of firearm.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 3, 2022
Title: Eliminates age restriction for issuing special permits to carry handgun to retired law enforcement officers.
Description: Eliminates age restriction for issuing special permits to carry handgun to retired law enforcement officers.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 3, 2022
Title: Strengthens State's assault weapons ban.
Description: Strengthens State's assault weapons ban.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in companies manufacturing, importing, and selling assault firearms for civilian use.
Description: Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in companies manufacturing, importing, and selling assault firearms for civilian use.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain weapons of 50 caliber or greater.
Description: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain weapons of 50 caliber or greater.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Establishes a regulatory program for rifle and shotgun ammunition sales.
Description: Establishes a regulatory program for rifle and shotgun ammunition sales.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Establishes "gun-free" and "weapon free" zones around certain school and public properties.
Description: Establishes "gun-free" and "weapon free" zones around certain school and public properties.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Requires newly manufactured semi-automatic handguns to be micro-stamped; establishes handgun database.
Description: Requires newly manufactured semi-automatic handguns to be micro-stamped; establishes handgun database.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 10, 2022
Title: Requires school district that includes grades kindergarten through six to offer Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program.
Description: Requires school district that includes grades kindergarten through six to offer Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
Last Action Date: February 14, 2022
Title: Eliminates justifiable need requirement to obtain permit to carry handgun; requires comprehensive training to obtain handgun carry permit.
Description: Eliminates justifiable need requirement to obtain permit to carry handgun; requires comprehensive training to obtain handgun carry permit.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 28, 2022
Title: Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
Description: Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: February 28, 2022
Title: Allows Attorney General to bring cause of action for certain public nuisance violations arising from sale or marketing of firearms.
Description: Allows Attorney General to bring cause of action for certain public nuisance violations arising from sale or marketing of firearms.
Last Action: Substituted by A1765 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.
Description: Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
Last Action Date: March 3, 2022
Title: Authorizes chiefs of part-time municipal police forces to issue firearms ID cards and handgun purchase permits.
Description: Authorizes chiefs of part-time municipal police forces to issue firearms ID cards and handgun purchase permits.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 7, 2022
Title: Authorizes certain security officers to carry large capacity ammunition magazine capable of holding 15 or less rounds of ammunition.
Description: Authorizes certain security officers to carry large capacity ammunition magazine capable of holding 15 or less rounds of ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 7, 2022
Title: Requires Attorney General to establish Statewide gun buyback program.
Description: Requires Attorney General to establish Statewide gun buyback program.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 21, 2022
Title: Clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions may possess firearms on campus.
Description: Clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions may possess firearms on campus.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: March 24, 2022
Title: Allows honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard to carry handgun.
Description: Allows honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard to carry handgun.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Allows active duty members of United States military to carry firearm at all times.
Description: Allows active duty members of United States military to carry firearm at all times.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Removes capacity limit for ammunition magazines.
Description: Removes capacity limit for ammunition magazines.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Repeals "Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2018."
Description: Repeals "Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2018."
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Description: Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Establishes reasonableness standard for persons lawfully transporting firearm who deviate from course of travel.
Description: Establishes reasonableness standard for persons lawfully transporting firearm who deviate from course of travel.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Permits purchase of more than one handgun in 30-day period.
Description: Permits purchase of more than one handgun in 30-day period.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 12, 2022
Title: Establishes grant program in DOE to promote responsible gun ownership; appropriates $1 million.
Description: Establishes grant program in DOE to promote responsible gun ownership; appropriates $1 million.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of firearms education program.
Description: Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of firearms education program.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Enhances self-defense protections.
Description: Enhances self-defense protections.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Removes restrictions on the sale and possession of BB guns and certain firearm components; removes requirements for private firearm transfers.
Description: Removes restrictions on the sale and possession of BB guns and certain firearm components; removes requirements for private firearm transfers.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Concerns certain sale and possession of firearms; repeals personalized handgun law.
Description: Concerns certain sale and possession of firearms; repeals personalized handgun law.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Clarifies that BB guns are not firearms under New Jersey law.
Description: Clarifies that BB guns are not firearms under New Jersey law.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 16, 2022
Title: Requires issuance of handgun carry permit to elected officials with firearms training.
Description: Requires issuance of handgun carry permit to elected officials with firearms training.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 19, 2022
Title: Establishes permit to transport handgun in motor vehicle anywhere in this State; creates training program.
Description: Establishes permit to transport handgun in motor vehicle anywhere in this State; creates training program.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 19, 2022
Title: Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Description: Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 19, 2022
Title: Reduces waiting period between handgun purchases from 30 to 14 days.
Description: Reduces waiting period between handgun purchases from 30 to 14 days.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 19, 2022
Title: Expands maximum capacity of ammunition magazines to 15 rounds.
Description: Expands maximum capacity of ammunition magazines to 15 rounds.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 19, 2022
Title: Permits Adjutant General to authorize members of NJ National Guard to carry firearm at recruiting centers.
Description: Permits Adjutant General to authorize members of NJ National Guard to carry firearm at recruiting centers.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
Last Action Date: June 2, 2022
Title: Provides that school district may not prohibit active or retired law enforcement officer or registered security officer from carrying firearm in performance of school security duties if authorized under State law to carry.
Description: Provides that school district may not prohibit active or retired law enforcement officer or registered security officer from carrying firearm in performance of school security duties if authorized under State law to carry.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 2, 2022
Title: Clarifies that law enforcement agencies may hold gun buyback programs and permits voluntary surrender of ammunition.
Description: Clarifies that law enforcement agencies may hold gun buyback programs and permits voluntary surrender of ammunition.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 9, 2022
Title: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from third degree to second degree.
Description: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from third degree to second degree.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.53.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Prohibits retail dealers of firearms from being located near certain businesses and facilities.
Description: Prohibits retail dealers of firearms from being located near certain businesses and facilities.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 20, 2022
Title: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for minor's access to loaded firearm if access results in bodily injury or death.
Description: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for minor's access to loaded firearm if access results in bodily injury or death.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 20, 2022
Title: Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.
Description: Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.
Last Action: Substituted by A1302 (2R)
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain .50 caliber rifles; makes certain exceptions.
Description: Revises definition of destructive device to include certain .50 caliber rifles; makes certain exceptions.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2022, c.54.
Last Action Date: July 5, 2022
Title: Requires firearm retailers to sell microstamping-enabled firearms upon determination of availability by AG.
Description: Requires firearm retailers to sell microstamping-enabled firearms upon determination of availability by AG.
Last Action: Substituted by A4368 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 29, 2022
Title: "New Jersey Safe Storage of Firearms Act"; establishes certain requirements and penalties regarding firearm storage; repeals law governing minor's access to firearm; requires AG to establish public awareness campaign regarding firearm storage; appropriates $500,000.
Description: "New Jersey Safe Storage of Firearms Act"; establishes certain requirements and penalties regarding firearm storage; repeals law governing minor's access to firearm; requires AG to establish public awareness campaign regarding firearm storage; appropriates $500,000.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: June 27, 2022
Title: Requires Pretrial Services to recommend pretrial detention of defendants charged with certain firearms offenses.
Description: Requires Pretrial Services to recommend pretrial detention of defendants charged with certain firearms offenses.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from second to first degree.
Description: Upgrades certain crimes related to manufacturing firearms from second to first degree.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 22, 2022
Title: Establishes pilot program to provide training at no cost to certain persons seeking firearms purchaser identification card, permit to purchase handgun, or permit to carry handgun.
Description: Establishes pilot program to provide training at no cost to certain persons seeking firearms purchaser identification card, permit to purchase handgun, or permit to carry handgun.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Gives school districts discretion in allowing or prohibiting retired law enforcement officers from carrying handguns on school grounds while in performance of their duties.
Description: Gives school districts discretion in allowing or prohibiting retired law enforcement officers from carrying handguns on school grounds while in performance of their duties.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Requires certain training for issuance of permit to carry handgun; eliminates justifiable need standard.
Description: Requires certain training for issuance of permit to carry handgun; eliminates justifiable need standard.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Allows firearm carry permit holder to transport handgun in a holster while operating motor vehicle; removes statutory justifiable need requirement.
Description: Allows firearm carry permit holder to transport handgun in a holster while operating motor vehicle; removes statutory justifiable need requirement.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Allows certain persons to carry handgun on private property unless expressly prohibited by property owner; removes statutory justifiable need requirement.
Description: Allows certain persons to carry handgun on private property unless expressly prohibited by property owner; removes statutory justifiable need requirement.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: September 29, 2022
Title: Expands culpability requirements for firearms trafficking offenses and violations of regulatory provisions relating to firearms.
Description: Expands culpability requirements for firearms trafficking offenses and violations of regulatory provisions relating to firearms.
Last Action: Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
Last Action Date: December 18, 2023
Title: Concerns issuance of permit to purchase handgun and firearms purchaser identification card to persons age 18 to 25.
Description: Concerns issuance of permit to purchase handgun and firearms purchaser identification card to persons age 18 to 25.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: October 3, 2022
Title: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for firearm trafficking that results in injury or death.
Description: Establishes strict liability criminal penalties for firearm trafficking that results in injury or death.
Last Action: Approved P.L.2023, c.148.
Last Action Date: August 23, 2023
Title: Expands definition of machine gun to include certain parts; prohibits registration of certain firearm manufacturers and wholesalers.
Description: Expands definition of machine gun to include certain parts; prohibits registration of certain firearm manufacturers and wholesalers.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: October 13, 2022
Title: Makes various revisions to requirements for obtaining a firearm purchaser identification card, permit to purchase a handgun, and permit to carry a handgun; codifies sensitive places in which firearms and destructive devices are prohibited.
Description: Makes various revisions to requirements for obtaining a firearm purchaser identification card, permit to purchase a handgun, and permit to carry a handgun; codifies sensitive places in which firearms and destructive devices are prohibited.
Last Action: Substituted by A4769 (ACS)
Last Action Date: December 19, 2022
Title: Replaces statutory terms regarding alcohol and substance use.
Description: Replaces statutory terms regarding alcohol and substance use.
Last Action: Substituted by A5096 (1R)
Last Action Date: June 20, 2023
Title: Requires certain insurance carriers to include firearm liability insurance as policy option.
Description: Requires certain insurance carriers to include firearm liability insurance as policy option.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
Last Action Date: February 23, 2023
Title: Establishes registry allowing persons to voluntarily include their names on list of individuals prohibited from owning firearm.
Description: Establishes registry allowing persons to voluntarily include their names on list of individuals prohibited from owning firearm.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Last Action Date: May 11, 2023
Title: Clarifies types of firearms allowed to be carried or transported while hunting.
Description: Clarifies types of firearms allowed to be carried or transported while hunting.
Last Action: Substituted by A5495 (ACS)
Last Action Date: January 8, 2024
Title: Authorizes possession of bear deterrent spray.
Description: Authorizes possession of bear deterrent spray.
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
Last Action Date: June 15, 2023
