AN ACT relating to waiting periods for sales of firearms.

In Plain Language

This bill requires a five business day waiting period between when someone buys a firearm and when they can take it home. It adds this requirement to state gun laws and sets up penalties for sellers who don't follow it.

Official summary

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 237 to require a waiting period of five business days between the sale and transfer of a firearm; amend KRS 237.990 to establish a penalty for a violation.

Sponsor

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Cosponsors

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Latest action

to Judiciary (H)

Feb 12, 2025

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Action history

Feb 12, 2025 to Judiciary (H)

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