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CT SB00505

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2013

Primary Sponsor

Public Safety and Security Committee

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Origin

Senate

2013 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Increases the minimum age to purchase a rifle or other long gun from the current requirement to 21 years of age or older
  • Applies the same age requirement previously established for handgun purchases to all long guns and rifles
  • Requires retailers to submit an application form to the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection and obtain authorization before completing any long gun sale
  • Maintains existing 2-week waiting period between application and delivery of firearms
  • Effective date: October 1, 2013

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Minimum Age To Purchase A Rifle Or Other Long Gun.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/14

3/8/2013

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Security1/23/2013

Full Bill Text

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