18 total bills, 7 anti-gun bills,
7 pro-gun bills for this session
Proposed Maine Firearm Legislation
18 total bills, 7 anti-gun bills,
7 pro-gun bills for this session
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note: Legislation approved by Legislative Council carries over from odd-numbered to even-numbered years.
Title: An Act To Amend the Child Endangerment Laws To Include Certain Unauthorized Access to a Loaded Firearm
Description: An Act To Amend the Child Endangerment Laws To Include Certain Unauthorized Access to a Loaded Firearm
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
Last Action Date: June 18, 2021
Title: An Act To Amend the Definition of "Machine Gun" To Include Bump Stock Devices
Description: An Act To Amend the Definition of "Machine Gun" To Include Bump Stock Devices
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 14, 2021
Title: An Act Regarding Background Checks for the Sale of Firearms
Description: An Act Regarding Background Checks for the Sale of Firearms
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 14, 2021
Title: An Act To Protect the Firearm Use and Possession Rights of Maine Citizens during an Emergency
Description: An Act To Protect the Firearm Use and Possession Rights of Maine Citizens during an Emergency
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 15, 2021
Title: An Act To Ensure the Right to Self-defense Exists outside the Home by Removing the Requirement To Retreat
Description: An Act To Ensure the Right to Self-defense Exists outside the Home by Removing the Requirement To Retreat
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 14, 2021
Title: An Act To Establish a Sales Tax Exemption for the Purchase of Firearm Safety Devices
Description: An Act To Establish a Sales Tax Exemption for the Purchase of Firearm Safety Devices
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED in concurrence
Last Action Date: July 2, 2021
Title: An Act Regarding Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Correctional Facility or Jail
Description: An Act Regarding Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Correctional Facility or Jail
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
Last Action Date: June 15, 2021
Title: An Act To Restrict Maine Law Enforcement Participation in Federal Firearm Confiscation or Buy-back Programs without Legislative Approval
Description: An Act To Restrict Maine Law Enforcement Participation in Federal Firearm Confiscation or Buy-back Programs without Legislative Approval
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 14, 2021
Title: Resolve, Directing the Department of Public Safety To Apply for an Exemption from Background Checks for Holders of Concealed Weapons Permits
Description: Resolve, Directing the Department of Public Safety To Apply for an Exemption from Background Checks for Holders of Concealed Weapons Permits
Last Action: Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: May 19, 2021
Title: An Act To Protect Firearm Use and Possession Rights during a State of Emergency and Require a Two-thirds Vote by the Legislative Council To Declare or Extend a State of Emergency
Description: An Act To Protect Firearm Use and Possession Rights during a State of Emergency and Require a Two-thirds Vote by the Legislative Council To Declare or Extend a State of Emergency
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 15, 2021
Title: An Act To Aid Municipalities in the Issuance of Concealed Handgun Permits
Description: An Act To Aid Municipalities in the Issuance of Concealed Handgun Permits
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
Last Action Date: April 5, 2022
Title: An Act To Prohibit Untraceable and Undetectable Firearms
Description: An Act To Prohibit Untraceable and Undetectable Firearms
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 14, 2021
Title: An Act To Require Law Enforcement Agencies To Retain Serial Numbers of Stolen Firearms
Description: An Act To Require Law Enforcement Agencies To Retain Serial Numbers of Stolen Firearms
Last Action: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Last Action Date: February 16, 2022
Title: An Act To Allow Municipalities To Prohibit Firearms at Voting Places
Description: An Act To Allow Municipalities To Prohibit Firearms at Voting Places
Last Action: Placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 15, 2021
Title: An Act To Restrict the Collection of Surveillance Video, Information and Data Regarding Lawful Firearm Purchases
Description: An Act To Restrict the Collection of Surveillance Video, Information and Data Regarding Lawful Firearm Purchases
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
Last Action Date: June 16, 2021
Title: An Act To Narrowly Tailor Emergency Powers of the Governor and Other Public Officials
Description: An Act To Narrowly Tailor Emergency Powers of the Governor and Other Public Officials
Last Action: Placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
Last Action Date: June 3, 2021
Title: An Act To Restrict Access to Weapons Pursuant to Court Order in Cases of Harassment
Description: An Act To Restrict Access to Weapons Pursuant to Court Order in Cases of Harassment
Last Action: Placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
Last Action Date: April 7, 2022
Title: An Act To Establish the Safe Homes Program
Description: An Act To Establish the Safe Homes Program
Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
Last Action Date: April 5, 2022
