Protecting the public from gun violence by establishing additional requirements for the business operations of licensed firearms dealers.
Summary
Requires firearm dealer employees to be 21 or older, to undergo fingerprinting and a background check prior to selling or transferring any firearms, and to undergo a background check each year thereafter.
Requires dealers to adopt specified security features, alarm systems, safe storage practices, surveillance systems, and record keeping practices.
Requires dealers to review and respond to trace requests within 24 hours; notify law enforcement of any loss, theft, or unlawful transfer within 24 hours; and provide an annual report to the Attorney General.
Requires dealers to carry a general liability insurance policy providing at least $1 million in coverage per incident.
Requires dealers to certify compliance with each licensing requirement in writing and under penalty of perjury.
Exempts dealers with average monthly sales volume of $1,000 or less from most requirements.
From the Engrossed Substitute House Bill Report (ESHB 2118), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗
AN ACT Relating to protecting the public from gun violence by establishing additional requirements for the business operations of licensed firearms dealers;