Raised Bill No. 5436 seeks to amend existing laws concerning firearms, specifically focusing on the definitions and regulations surrounding large capacity magazines and assault weapons. The bill introduces new terms such as "major firearm component" and "unfinished frame," which expand the definition of "firearm" to include essential parts like the barrel and frame/receiver. It also revises the definition of "serious firearm offense" and "serious firearm offender," replacing the previous definition with a more comprehensive one that accounts for various prior convictions. Additionally, the bill repeals and replaces Section 53a-3, which outlines relevant terms and definitions, and updates the definition of "unfinished frame or lower receiver" to include items that can be readily converted into functional firearm components.

Moreover, the bill establishes new regulations for the possession and transfer of large capacity magazines and assault weapons. It specifies that licensed gun dealers and certain individuals may possess large capacity magazines under specific conditions and allows for their transfer under various circumstances, including bequests and transfers to police departments. The bill also sets deadlines for individuals who lawfully possessed assault weapons to apply for a certificate of possession and clarifies the conditions under which military personnel are exempt from this requirement. Overall, Raised Bill No. 5436 aims to enhance public safety by tightening regulations on firearm components and ensuring compliance with existing laws, with an effective date set for October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 53-202w, 53-202d, 53-202f