H 1700
An Act relative to noise reduction devices
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Bill overview
This bill addresses penalties related to the possession of silencers and other firearm noise reduction devices in Massachusetts. It seeks to clarify and potentially strengthen existing laws concerning these devices. The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee and subsequently accompanied a study order, indicating an examination of current regulations and potential adjustments. The bill was also amended to include H5281.
Key provisions
- Addresses penalties for possession of silencers and firearm noise reduction devices.
- Requires a study order to examine current regulations.
- Related to existing legislation H.789, H.1410, H.1570, H.1496, and H.3728.
- Accompanied by a hearing scheduled for May 6, 2025.
- Referenced to the Judiciary Committee.
- Incorporated elements of H5281.
- Included in a study order.
Who is affected
- Gun owners
- Firearm enthusiasts
- Law enforcement
- The Judiciary branch
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill includes elements of H5281.
- It mandates a study order to evaluate existing regulations.
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Primary sponsor
Paul K. Frost
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Paul K. Frost
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Bill H.1700 194th (Current)
An Act relative to noise reduction devices
By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1700) of Paul K. Frost and David F. DeCoste relative to penalties for the possession of silencers or firearm noise reduction devices. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Paul K. Frost
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1700
| 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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