MN HF3617 would ban possession of semiautomatic "military-style" assault weapons and create criminal penalties
State bill HF3617 — Minnesota — status: introduced
Official title: Possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons banned, and criminal penalties provided.
What it does
HF3617 is a Minnesota bill that would prohibit possession of semiautomatic "military-style" assault weapons and establish criminal penalties for violations. The measure is in early stages; the most recent procedural note is that an author (Pursell) was added and the bill remains at introduction.
Industry impact
If enacted, the law would restrict which semiautomatic firearms may be possessed, sold, or transferred in Minnesota, forcing dealers and manufacturers who do business in-state to change inventory, sales practices, and transfer policies for covered models. Retailers could face lost sales and potential inventory write-downs for items that fall within the statutory definition; secondary-market transfers and in-state acquisitions would also be affected. NFA/SOT holders and manufacturers should review the bill text for any carve-outs, grandfathering, registration, or surrender provisions, as those details determine whether existing stock or previously sold firearms remain lawful.
Latest official status: Author added Pursell
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