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OK HB2994
Bill
Status
5/18/2010
Primary Sponsor
Mike Christian
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AI Summary
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Creates the "Firearms Freedom Act" declaring that firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition manufactured and retained within Oklahoma borders are exempt from federal regulation under the interstate commerce clause.
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Requires firearms manufactured or sold in Oklahoma under this act to be clearly stamped with "Made in Oklahoma" on a central metallic part such as the receiver or frame.
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Exempts the act's provisions from applying to non-portable firearms, firearms with bore diameter greater than 1.5 inches using smokeless powder, exploding projectile ammunition, or firearms discharging multiple primers with one trigger activation.
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Directs the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to collaborate with an Oklahoma institution of higher education offering a gunsmith curriculum to develop strategies attracting firearms manufacturers to the state.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2010, and applies to firearms, accessories, and ammunition manufactured and retained in Oklahoma after that date.
Legislative Description
Firearms regulation; creating the Firearms Freedom Act; making certain firearms, firearm accessories or ammunition exempt from federal law or federal regulation. Effective date.
General Legislation
Last Action
Vetoed 05/18/2010
5/18/2010