S1691
An Act clarifying civil rights restrictions
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify existing civil rights restrictions related to firearm ownership and use in Massachusetts. It seeks to provide greater clarity on the legal framework surrounding firearms, potentially addressing ambiguities and ensuring consistent application of regulations. The bill is currently under review by the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee, with scheduled hearings to gather input and discuss potential revisions. The specific details of the clarifications are still being developed during the committee process.
Key provisions
- Clarifies civil rights restrictions concerning firearms.
- Addresses ambiguities in current firearm regulations.
- Facilitates a review of existing laws related to firearms.
- Scheduled for hearings to gather public and expert input.
Who is affected
- Gun owners in Massachusetts
- Firearms retailers in Massachusetts
- Law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts
- The public
- Massachusetts residents
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Primary sponsor
Ryan C. Fattman
Cosponsor
Ryan C. Fattman
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Bill S.1691 194th (Current)
An Act clarifying civil rights restrictions
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1691) of Ryan C. Fattman for legislation to clarify civil rights restrictions relative to firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Ryan C. Fattman
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.1691
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House 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 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2798 |
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