Indiana · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 247: Various firearms matters.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 247 is a bill introduced in the Indiana Senate on January 9, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Various firearms matters. Primary sponsor: Andrea Hunley (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2025): Senators Jackson L and Spencer added as coauthors.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires a person wishing to sell, trade, or transfer (transfer) a firearm to another person to transact the transfer through a dealer and provide the dealer with certain information. Specifies the background checks that a dealer must complete prior to the transaction. Permits a dealer to refuse to transact a firearm transfer. Requires a dealer to abort the transaction in other instances. Specifies requirements for a dealer who refuses to transact or aborts a firearm transfer. Makes a dealer immune from civil liability and damages in certain instances. Makes the offenses of firearm transfer fraud and the unlawful transfer of a firearm Level 6 felonies. Enhances both offenses in particular instances. Specifies exceptions and a defense. Requires a retail dealer to display a sign with language stating that failing to secure a firearm against unauthorized access poses a safety risk to children. Prohibits a licensed importer, licensed manufacturer, licensed dealer, or licensed collector from selling or delivering a: (1) firearm that is not a handgun to a person who is less than 21 years of age; or (2) semiautomatic assault weapon. Defines terms.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrea Hunley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 46 |
| La Keisha Jackson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
| Mark Spencer | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senators Jackson L and Spencer added as coauthors
- First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law
- Authored by Senator Hunley