Have stricter limitations on firearm ownership.

 

The purpose of this bill is to lower gun death rates by mandatory education classes before hunting licenses or gun

purchases.

 

 

The danger of guns comes not only from misuse and shootings, but also improper storing and suicides. The number of

deaths from all of these cases is far too high, and many times stems from people who are uneducated on the dangers and

proper usage of firearms. Providing education on firearms will help lower injuries and deaths from firearm misuse. 564

people died from firearms in Minnesota during 2024. Minors are required to take a course before obtaining a hunting

license. This law would require all Minnesota residents, regardless of age, to take this course.

 

 

“Firearm”- a weapon that uses gunpowder to shoot the weapon.

 

The costs would be paid for by the test taker to cover the cost of the test.

 

The penalty for any person found in possession of a firearm without a proper licence is up to 10 years in prison and a

20,000$ fine.

 

 

18 months after passage.