H 2957
An Act relative to veterans' buyback
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to veterans’ buyback,’ seeks to establish a process for the state of Massachusetts to purchase unwanted firearms from veterans. The goal is to reduce the number of firearms held by veterans and potentially improve public safety. The bill outlines a framework for the state to acquire these firearms, offering veterans compensation for their sale. It is part of a series of similar bills addressing veterans’ firearm ownership.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for the state to purchase firearms from veterans.
- Provides for compensation to veterans for the firearms they sell.
- Authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to administer the buyback program.
- Requires the Department to develop guidelines for the program.
- Specifies the types of firearms that may be included in the buyback.
- Addresses funding mechanisms for the program.
- Includes provisions for record-keeping and reporting.
- Allows for the potential expansion of the program based on its initial results.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts veterans
- The Department of Veterans Affairs
- Gun owners in Massachusetts
- The general public (potentially through reduced firearm availability)
Notable changes
- This bill initiates a new state-led program to address veterans’ firearm ownership.
- It differs from previous similar bills by establishing a specific framework for implementation.
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Primary sponsor
Adam J. Scanlon
Cosponsors
Adam J. Scanlon
Margaret R. Scarsdale
Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill H.2957 194th (Current)
An Act relative to veterans' buyback
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2957) of Adam J. Scanlon relative to veterans' buyback. Public Service.
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Presenter: Adam J. Scanlon
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2957
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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