Washington enacts law revising regulation of firearm manufacturing (HB 2320) — effective 3/24/2026
State bill HB2320 — Washington — status: enacted
Official title: Concerning the regulation of firearm manufacturing.
What it does
House Bill 2320 (2025) revises Washington State's regulation of firearm manufacturing. The bill was enacted and became effective on March 24, 2026. The statute establishes a state-level regulatory framework for persons and businesses engaged in manufacturing firearms in Washington; the full text contains the specific licensing, registration, recordkeeping, and enforcement provisions.
Industry impact
The law's principal practical effects will fall on in-state firearm manufacturers, who should expect new compliance obligations (for example licensing/registration, additional recordkeeping, and potential inspections or reporting). Dealers and NFA/SOT businesses may be indirectly affected if the law changes how manufactured firearms or NFA items are labeled, transferred, or documented. Affected businesses should review the enacted statute and update internal compliance procedures, record systems, and staff training to reflect any new state requirements.
Latest official status: Effective date 3/24/2026*.
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