H2598
An Act relative to accurate firearms records
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve the accuracy and completeness of records related to firearms in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish a process for ensuring that firearm records are maintained correctly and are readily available for law enforcement and other relevant authorities. The bill intends to enhance the reliability of data used in investigations and to support efforts to combat gun violence. It will likely involve a study to examine current practices and recommend improvements.
Key provisions
- Requires a review of existing firearm record-keeping practices.
- Establishes a process for correcting inaccurate firearm records.
- Focuses on improving the accuracy and completeness of data.
- Likely involves a study order to assess current procedures.
- Aims to enhance data accessibility for law enforcement.
- Supports efforts to combat gun violence through better data.
- Will likely include recommendations for improvement.
- Scheduled for a hearing to gather information and perspectives.
Who is affected
- Gun Owners
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Firearms Retailers
- The Massachusetts State Police
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a study to evaluate existing firearm record-keeping procedures.
- It seeks to address potential inaccuracies in firearm records.
- It could lead to changes in how firearm records are maintained and updated.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
David F. DeCoste
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Mackenzie Slocumb
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Bill H.2598 194th (Current)
An Act relative to accurate firearms records
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2598) of David F. DeCoste and Mackenzie Slocumb relative to firearms records. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: David F. DeCoste
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.2598
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 10/22/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to include Virtual |
| 10/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to include Virtual |
| 10/31/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 4/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27) |
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