PA SB822

Reinforces state preemption of all local firearm regulations, declaring the General Assembly occupies the entire field of regulating firearms, ammunition, magazines, accessories, and components—including purchase, sale, transfer, taxation, manufacture, ownership, possession, use, discharge, and transportation

Allows persons adversely affected by local firearm ordinances to sue for declaratory and injunctive relief plus actual damages in court

Requires courts to award reasonable expenses (attorney fees, expert witness fees, court costs, lost income) to plaintiffs who prevail or when localities repeal challenged regulations after providing 60 days' written notice before filing suit

Mandates courts award reasonable expenses to defendants who successfully assert state preemption as a defense resulting in case dismissal, withdrawal, nolle prosequi, or acquittal

Requires the Attorney General to notify state municipal associations of the new provisions within 30 days, with preemption enforcement provisions taking effect in 90 days