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Senate Bill 696

Dead Senate Bill

Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator.

Introduced: January 13, 2025 Updated: June 27, 2025
History

1-13 (S)

Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

1-17 (S)

Referred to Judiciary.

6-27 (S)

In committee upon adjournment.

Overview

  • Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator.

Key provisions

  • Not specified in the OLIS summary.

Penalties / enforcement

  • Creates two new crimes concerning rapid fire activators.
  • Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator.
  • Punishes by a maximum of 10 years’ imprisonment, $250,000 fine, or both.
  • Creates the crime of unlawful possession of a rapid fire activator.
  • Punishes by a maximum of 364 days’ imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both.
  • Specifies exceptions for both crimes.

Effective date / timeline

  • Takes effect when the Governor signs it.
  • Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Exceptions / carve-outs

  • Specifies exceptions for both crimes.
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