MN HF3434 would ban possession of semiautomatic 'military-style' assault weapons and large-capacity magazines
State bill HF3434 — Minnesota — status: in committee
Official title: Possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity ammunition magazines banned, and criminal penalties provided.
What it does
HF3434, introduced in the Minnesota House, would prohibit possession of semiautomatic "military-style" assault weapons and large-capacity ammunition magazines and establish criminal penalties for violations. The bill was given its first reading and referred to the House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee for consideration.
Industry impact
If enacted, the measure would materially restrict what firearms and magazines may be possessed, sold, transferred, or manufactured under Minnesota law as defined in the bill, which would affect inventory, sales practices, and transfer policies for dealers and manufacturers operating in the state. Businesses would need to review the bill's specific definitions, exemptions, effective dates, and any grandfathering or registration provisions to determine which products and current customers are covered. Depending on those details, NFA/SOT holders and businesses dealing in regulated items should assess whether state prohibitions interact with federal NFA status and plan for compliance, changes to stock, and customer communications. Dealers and manufacturers should monitor committee action and the final text to determine operational and legal impacts.
Latest official status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy
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