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NE LB539
Bill
AI Summary
- Eliminates Nebraska's handgun purchase certificate requirement, which currently requires buyers to obtain a certificate before purchasing, leasing, renting, or receiving a handgun
- Removes the state-level criminal history record check system that licensed dealers were required to use, including the toll-free telephone check and consent form process through the Nebraska State Patrol
- Repeals 11 sections of state law (69-2409 through 69-2423) related to handgun purchase procedures, dealer requirements, and the state background check system
- Retains exemptions for transfers between family members, temporary transfers at shooting facilities, and transfers to concealed carry permit holders, law enforcement, and licensed dealers
- Maintains federal background check requirements through licensed firearms dealers while eliminating the additional state-level verification layer
Legislative Description
Change and eliminate provisions relating to handgun purchase requirements
Last Action
Provisions/portions of LB539 amended into LB150 by AM1370
6/6/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/24/2025
Full Bill Text
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