The bill amends Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 140, Section 131Q, which mandates that firearms licensing authorities report annual data on crime gun seizures to the Colonel of the Massachusetts State Police. The law defines a "crime gun" as a firearm used in the commission of a crime, excluding those with no criminal nexus, such as firearms involved in suicides or those recovered during buyback programs. The report includes detailed statistical data on the types of firearms seized, the nature of the crimes associated with these seizures, and whether the firearms were obtained legally or illegally.

In the 2023 report, there were 2,481 crime guns reported, marking a 3% increase from 2022. The report highlights that 74% of the seized firearms were pistols or revolvers, with a notable number classified as ghost guns. Additionally, the report indicates that a significant portion of the seized firearms were linked to prohibited persons and gang activity, with 81% of gang-related firearms being obtained illegally. The data aims to provide insights into crime trends and assist law enforcement in addressing gun-related crimes in the Commonwealth.