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FL H1543

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/5/2023

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Payne

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces the minimum age for firearm purchase from 21 to 18 years old in Florida Statutes section 790.065(13)
  • Prohibits licensed importers, manufacturers, and dealers from selling or transferring firearms to persons younger than 18 years old, with violation constituting a third-degree felony
  • Repeals the exception that previously allowed law enforcement officers, correctional officers, and servicemembers to purchase rifles or shotguns at younger ages
  • Takes effect July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Last Action

Died in Rules

5/5/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/17/2023
Criminal Justice Subcommittee3/9/2023

Full Bill Text

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