This bill aims to enhance public safety by implementing strict regulations on the ownership, possession, and sale of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity magazines. It introduces new definitions for these weapons, criminalizes the sale of ghost guns, and modifies existing laws related to dangerous weapons in schools and negligent firearm storage. The bill also reenacts a ban on binary triggers and clarifies the extreme risk protection order (ERPO) law. Key provisions include requiring individuals who own or possess regulated weapons to obtain certification from the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, which must be renewed every three years, and establishing penalties for violations. The effective date for many of these regulations is set for July 1, 2027.

Additionally, the bill encourages the implementation of anonymous threat reporting systems in schools and allocates funds for public awareness campaigns and mental health services. It amends existing laws regarding ERPOs, allowing a broader range of petitioners to file for orders and establishing protections for health records related to these petitions. The bill also outlines procedures for hearings on ERPOs and introduces liability protections for law enforcement and mental health professionals involved in the process. Overall, the legislation seeks to tighten firearm regulations while ensuring due process and enhancing mental health support within the community.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 624.712, 624.7131, 624.7134, 609.66, 609.666, 624.7171, 624.7172, 624.7173, 624.7174, 624.7175, 624.7176, 624.7177, 624.7178, 626.553, 609.667, 256B.0625, 624.7132, 624.7141