SB948

Firearms: safety certificates.

Chamber Passed·5/27/26

California SB948 mandates firearm safety certificates for firearm purchases and transfers, requiring training and background checks.

California SB948 introduces new requirements for firearm safety certificates in California. Effective July 1, 2028, applicants must complete a four-hour training course, including live shooting, covering federal and state firearm laws, safe handling, and self-defense. The Department of Justice will conduct public education programs and establish fees for processing reports. Personal firearm importers must report and obtain safety certificates within 180 days of bringing a firearm into the state. Violations carry misdemeanor or infraction penalties.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 7–1 · May 27
Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

7 Yea

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1 Nay

R

1 Absent

R

Calendar

Jun 30

8:30 AM

Assembly Public Safety Hearing

May 14

12:00 AM

Senate Appropriations Hearing

History

Jul 2

Assembly

Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR.

Jul 1

Assembly

From committee: Do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 7. Noes 1.) (June 30).

Jun 8

Assembly

Referred to Com. on PUB. S.