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AZ SB1643
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Flavio Bravo
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AI Summary
- Establishes a state permit system for firearm dealers in Arizona, requiring a $250 permit fee, $1,000,000 liability insurance, and annual renewal at $200, with permits issued by the Department of Public Safety
- Mandates background checks for all dealer employees who handle firearms, with checks required before employment and annually thereafter, and prohibits employment of anyone under 21 or prohibited from possessing firearms
- Requires dealers and employees to complete department-developed training on recognizing straw purchasers, trafficking indicators, suicide prevention, and firearm laws within 90 days of permit issuance or employment
- Imposes physical security requirements including locked storage of firearms when closed, video surveillance with 3-year retention, alarm monitoring systems, and barriers to prevent vehicle breach
- Establishes a 7-day waiting period for firearm purchases after background check initiation and limits purchases to one firearm per 30-day period, with violations classified as Class 1 misdemeanor for first offense and Class 6 felony for subsequent offenses
Legislative Description
Firearms; sales; regulation.
Last Action
Senate read second time
2/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/3/2026
Judiciary and Elections2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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