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S. 1531: Assault Weapons Ban of 2025

The **Assault Weapons Ban of 2025** is a proposed piece of legislation aimed at regulating certain firearms and large capacity ammunition devices. The key aspects of the bill are as follows:

Regulation of Assault Weapons

The bill seeks to prohibit:

  • Importing
  • Selling
  • Manufacturing
  • Possessing

certain assault weapons and large capacity ammunition devices. However, there are exceptions that allow for specific cases where these items may still be allowed under the law.

Definitions and Categories

Included in the bill are detailed definitions of what constitutes semiautomatic weapons. Furthermore, the bill outlines various categories of firearms, which include:

  • Lever-action
  • Bolt-action
  • Single-shot
  • Combination guns
  • Shotguns

Each category features a comprehensive list of firearm models from different manufacturers, ensuring clarity regarding which firearms are regulated under the proposed law.

Shotgun Regulations

The legislation also specifies numerous shotgun models, including:

  • Over/under shotguns
  • Side-by-side shotguns

This inclusion signifies the bill's focus on a range of weapon types, not just those traditionally associated with assault weapons.

Additional Provisions

The bill includes:

  • Amendments pertaining to penalties for violations
  • Background checks specifically for semiautomatic assault weapons
  • Provisions for buy-back programs aimed at reducing the number of assault weapons in circulation

Moreover, the legislation establishes that if any part of the bill is found to be unconstitutional, other provisions will remain unaffected and enforceable.

Grandfathered Weapons

The bill mandates secure storage requirements for any weapons that are grandfathered in under the new regulations, addressing concerns about safety and ensuring responsible ownership.

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Actions

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Date Action
Apr. 30, 2025 Introduced in Senate
Apr. 30, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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