Minnesota HF5160 would regulate sale, possession of semiautomatic 'military-style' weapons and large-capacity magazines
State bill HF5160 — Minnesota — status: in committee
Official title: Ownership, possession, and sale of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity magazines regulated; provisions for possessing dangerous weapons in schools, negligently storing firearms, and reporting on firearms discharge by law enforcement modified; other firearm provisions modified; and money appropriated.
What it does
HF5160 would prohibit or restrict ownership, possession, and retail sale of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity magazines in Minnesota and would amend related provisions on weapons in schools, negligent storage, and law-enforcement reporting of firearm discharges. The bill also includes various other firearm-related modifications and an appropriation. As of the latest action it has been introduced and referred to the House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee.
Industry impact
If enacted, dealers and manufacturers would likely have to stop selling any models that meet the bill's prohibited definitions, adjust inventory and sales practices, and implement new compliance screening to avoid unlawful transfers. Retailers may face increased recordkeeping, notices to customers, and potential exposure for unlawful transfers or storage violations; manufacturers and out-of-state sellers shipping into Minnesota would need to ensure products and shipments do not run afoul of the state restrictions. NFA/SOT holders would be indirectly affected to the extent state definitions capture items not already regulated federally or change intrastate transfer rules; changes to negligent-storage and school-possession rules could also raise local compliance and training expectations. Because the text includes enforcement and reporting changes, businesses should expect altered inspection, reporting, or enforcement practices if the bill advances.
Latest official status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy
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