Firearms: firearm barrels.
- Requires licensed dealers to conduct background checks for all firearm barrel sales starting January 2027.
- Mandates in-person transactions and detailed record-keeping for all firearm barrel transfers.
- Establishes penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies for illegal firearm barrel sales.
- Exempts law enforcement, military, and licensed collectors from these requirements.
Senator Arreguín's firearm barrel legislation establishes new requirements for the sale and transfer of firearm barrels in California, mandating that these transactions occur in person through licensed firearms dealers beginning January 1, 2027. The bill defines firearm barrels as tubes through which projectiles are fired, including those at any stage of manufacture that can be readily completed or assembled.
Under the new provisions, licensed dealers must conduct background checks on purchasers and maintain detailed transaction records, including the buyer's identification, firearm specifications, and sale details. Purchasers must be at least 18 years old and not prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law. The bill restricts possession of firearm barrels with intent to sell to licensed dealers only, while exempting barrels that are already attached to firearms.
The legislation creates exemptions for law enforcement agencies, federal firearms licensees, military sales, concurrent firearm purchases, qualified collectors acquiring curio or relic barrels, and estate transfers. Violations incur escalating penalties, with first and second offenses classified as misdemeanors and subsequent violations punishable as either misdemeanors or felonies. The Department of Justice receives authority to implement regulations and maintain transaction records during background check processing.
 Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member |  Not Contacted | |
 Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Diane DixonR Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
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Introduced By
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 0 | 9 | PASS |
- Requires licensed dealers to conduct background checks for all firearm barrel sales starting January 2027.
- Mandates in-person transactions and detailed record-keeping for all firearm barrel transfers.
- Establishes penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies for illegal firearm barrel sales.
- Exempts law enforcement, military, and licensed collectors from these requirements.
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Senator Arreguín's firearm barrel legislation establishes new requirements for the sale and transfer of firearm barrels in California, mandating that these transactions occur in person through licensed firearms dealers beginning January 1, 2027. The bill defines firearm barrels as tubes through which projectiles are fired, including those at any stage of manufacture that can be readily completed or assembled.
Under the new provisions, licensed dealers must conduct background checks on purchasers and maintain detailed transaction records, including the buyer's identification, firearm specifications, and sale details. Purchasers must be at least 18 years old and not prohibited from possessing firearms under state or federal law. The bill restricts possession of firearm barrels with intent to sell to licensed dealers only, while exempting barrels that are already attached to firearms.
The legislation creates exemptions for law enforcement agencies, federal firearms licensees, military sales, concurrent firearm purchases, qualified collectors acquiring curio or relic barrels, and estate transfers. Violations incur escalating penalties, with first and second offenses classified as misdemeanors and subsequent violations punishable as either misdemeanors or felonies. The Department of Justice receives authority to implement regulations and maintain transaction records during background check processing.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 0 | 9 | PASS |
Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Diane DixonR Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |