The bill seeks to strengthen firearm regulations in Washington State by instituting a permit requirement for firearm purchases. Applicants must submit a completed application, fingerprints, and proof of completion of a certified firearms safety training program within the last five years, or provide evidence of exemption. The Washington State Patrol will conduct thorough background checks to assess eligibility, which includes checking for outstanding warrants and other disqualifying factors. The legislation also mandates recordkeeping for all firearm transfers and establishes reporting requirements for permits and concealed pistol licenses. Notably, dealers are prohibited from delivering firearms until the purchaser presents a valid permit confirmed by the Washington State Patrol.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws regarding concealed pistol licenses, requiring proof of completion from a certified training program and thorough background checks by issuing authorities. It introduces a nonrefundable fee structure for applications and allows for temporary emergency licenses under certain conditions. The bill also mandates that authorities submit aggregate license application data for analysis of demographic disparities and requires law enforcement to provide written notice of revocation to license holders. Furthermore, it enhances dealer responsibilities, including maintaining detailed transaction records and carrying liability insurance. Overall, the legislation aims to improve firearm safety, accountability, and transparency in the licensing and sales processes.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580
Substitute Bill: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580
Second Substitute: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580
Engrossed Second Substitute: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580
Bill as Passed Legislature: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580
Session Law: 9.41.090, 9.41.1132, 43.43.590, 9.41.047, 9.41.041, 9.41.075, 9.41.097, 9.41.0975, 9.41.110, 9.41.129, 9.41.270, 7.105.350, 43.43.580