Minnesota state lawmakers are considering new gun legislation this session, including a proposal to ban a long list of semiautomatic rifles.
House File 3433 would prohibit the possession and transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles, pistols, and shotguns defined in state law as military-style "assault" weapons.
According to KTTC in Rochester, the bill includes a list of specific models and applies to guns with certain features, such as detachable magazines combined with pistol grips, folding or telescoping stocks, flash suppressors, or similar features.
The measure would amend sections of Minnesota statutes to incorporate the prohibition into gun laws and establish criminal penalties for violations.
Under the bill text, those who lawfully owned a covered weapon before the effective date could apply for certification to retain it.
Certification would require compliance with secure storage rules and agreement to allow law enforcement inspection of storage conditions.
Certified owners would face limits on transfer and would not be permitted to acquire other covered guns.
The bill includes exceptions for military personnel and law enforcement officers acting within the scope of their official duties.
The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus lists HF 3433 among the measures it opposes this session, stating the proposal would ban commonly owned semiautomatic weapons and impose unnecessary compliance requirements on current owners.
The bill has been referred to a state House committee for debate.
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