Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 717: An Act prohibiting the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 717 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act prohibiting the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency. Primary sponsor: Ryan Fattman (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): House concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1684) of Ryan C. Fattman and David F. DeCoste for legislation to prohibit the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Fattman | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampden |
| David DeCoste | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security