This bill proposes the repeal of the local licensing requirement for the sale of pistols and revolvers, effective January 1, 2026. Specifically, it deletes several sections of the current law, including RSA 159:8, which pertains to the license to sell pistols and revolvers, RSA 159:8-a, which addresses the sale of a pistol or revolver to a nonresident, RSA 159:8-b, which outlines penalties for such sales, and RSA 159:10, which details penalties for selling without the required license. Additionally, the bill amends RSA 159:6-g to remove a cross-reference to RSA 159:8, maintaining immunity for law enforcement officers who issue licenses in good faith.

The fiscal impact of this bill is expected to be minimal, with no anticipated changes to state revenue or expenditures. However, local municipalities that currently collect fees for the licensing of pistol and revolver sales may experience a decrease in revenue as a result of the repeal. The bill may also influence the judicial and correctional systems due to changes in criminal penalties associated with the sale of firearms, potentially affecting costs related to prosecution, incarceration, probation, and parole.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 159:6-g