H 2611
An Act relative to firearm licensing renewals during a state of emergency
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the renewal process for firearm licenses in Massachusetts during a declared state of emergency. It aims to streamline or modify the requirements for renewing licenses, potentially impacting the timeframe or procedures involved. The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature, with hearings scheduled to gather public input and study the issue further.
Key provisions
- Addresses firearm license renewals during a state of emergency.
- Likely involves modifications to the existing licensing process.
- Scheduled for hearings to gather public input and study the issue.
- Related to public safety and homeland security.
- Part of a series of similar bills addressing firearm regulations.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents who hold firearm licenses.
- The Massachusetts Registry of Firearms.
- Law enforcement agencies.
- The Massachusetts State Police.
- Gun owners
Notable changes
- The specific changes to the renewal process are not yet defined in the bill text.
- The bill is part of a series of legislative efforts related to firearm regulations.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Paul K. Frost
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Joseph D. McKenna
Kelly W. Pease
Paul K. Frost
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Bill H.2611 194th (Current)
An Act relative to firearm licensing renewals during a state of emergency
By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2611) of Paul K. Frost, David F. DeCoste and Joseph D. McKenna relative to firearm licensing renewals during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Paul K. Frost
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.2611
| 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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