H 2712
An Act relative to pre-ban magazines
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Bill overview
This bill, H.2712, proposed to study the potential ban of magazines holding more than ten rounds of ammunition in Massachusetts. The bill aimed to examine the impact of such a ban on public safety, firearm ownership, and law enforcement. It was referred to the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee and subsequently underwent several hearings and rescheduling efforts before ultimately failing to pass. The bill’s purpose was to explore the feasibility and consequences of restricting magazine capacity.
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Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. Sweezey
Cosponsor
Kenneth P. Sweezey
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