H 1837
An Act increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase the penalties for illegally selling and possessing firearms in Massachusetts. It seeks to strengthen enforcement efforts against gun crimes by imposing stricter consequences on those involved. The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently reported. It is similar to previous legislation proposing similar increases in penalties.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for illegal firearm sales.
- Increases penalties for illegal firearm possession.
- Likely includes provisions for enhanced criminal charges.
- May address repeat offenders or trafficking in firearms.
- Could involve increased fines or longer prison sentences.
Who is affected
- Individuals involved in illegal firearm sales.
- Individuals possessing firearms illegally.
- Gun crime victims and their families.
- Law enforcement agencies.
- The general public of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to strengthen gun control laws in Massachusetts.
- It may align with broader efforts to reduce gun violence.
- The specific penalties and enforcement mechanisms would be detailed in the full text.
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Primary sponsor
David Paul Linsky
Cosponsor
David Paul Linsky
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Bill H.1837 194th (Current)
An Act increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1837) of David Paul Linsky relative to increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: David Paul Linsky
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1837
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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