Representative David Linsky Files Additional Gun Safety Legislation

BOSTON – Representative David Linsky (D-Natick) announced today that he has filed four additional gun safety bills. The following bills would designate sensitive places of restricted carry, raise the age of acquiring an FID, close existing dealer loopholes, and strengthen the current assault weapons ban.

“There is no single solution to gun violence,” said Representative Linsky. “It’s time to invest in comprehensive legislation aimed at keeping our communities safe.”

HD2808, An Act to prohibit carrying firearms in sensitive places

This legislation would restrict individuals from carrying firearms in sensitive locations which include airports, libraries, shelters, schools, shopping malls, places that serve alcohol, government buildings, and polling places. Individuals who are not exempt from this restriction under the law can be charged with a felony for violating its sensitive locations provision. This bill is modeled after new laws in New York and New Jersey.

HD3426, An Act to raise the age for possession of a firearm

This legislation would raise the minimum age for acquiring a Firearm Identification Card (FID) from 18 years (or 14-17 years of age with parental consent) to 21 years of age. FID permits the purchase, possession, and transportation of non-large-capacity rifles, shotguns, and ammunition.

HD3818, An Act to close gun dealer loopholes

This legislation establishes the Attorney General as the inspecting authority of gun dealers that maintains inspections and whose duties shall include inspection for compliance with all firearm-related laws and regulations. Additionally, the Attorney General shall assist local police departments, who are often unable to complete this function.

HD2759, An Act updating the Massachusetts assault weapons ban

This legislation clarifies what weapons are restricted in the assault weapons ban and strengthens regulation of uniquely dangerous weapons.

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