Restrict the sale, manufacture, and distribution of Assault Rifles in Minnesota.

 

The purpose of this bill is to improve public safety by removing assault rifles, firearms capable of firing high numbers

of rounds quickly, from civilian use in order to better protect students, families, and communities.

 

Assault rifles present a major safety concern because they allow a single person to fire a large number of bullets in a

very short amount of time. This isn’t just theoretical, we’ve seen it happen here in Minnesota. At Annunciation Catholic

School, a shooter was able to fire 116 rounds in 4 minutes. Incidents like this show how quickly situations can escalate

when assault style rifles are involved.These weapons are built for high speed, high volume firing, which makes them far

more dangerous in public settings than standard firearms. My bill to ban assault rifles is designed to reduce that risk.

By removing assault rifles from civilian use, we can make schools, neighborhoods, and communities safer without taking

away basic rights. This is a practical, preventative step toward reducing the severity of violent incidents and

protecting the people who live here as well.

 

Assault Rifle: means any semi-automatic rifle that can accept a detachable magazine and is capable of firing a high

number of rounds rapidly.

Civilian: any person who is not currently serving as a sworn law enforcement officer or an active-duty member of the

United States Armed Forces or the National Guard.

High volume firing:the ability of a firearm to shoot a large number of rounds in a short period of time, allowing one

person to cause maximum harm quickly.

Public Safety: The protection of students, teachers, and community members from preventable harm caused by high-capacity

firearms.

 

Will be covered by the states general fund. Additional funds may come from fees on firearm transfers or permits as

allowed by law. No new taxes are required.

 

Any person who knowingly violates this law shall be guilty of a felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison, a fine of

up to $25,000, or both, as determined by the court. Law enforcement shall confiscate any assault rifles found in

violation.

 

 

January 1 2027