HB2540

Specifies that the seller of ammunition must verify the age of the purchaser

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2540 mandates age verification for ammunition purchasers by sellers.

Missouri HB2540 amends Chapter 571 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section requiring sellers of ammunition to verify the age of the purchaser. This law aims to ensure that only individuals meeting the legal age requirement can buy ammunition, thereby enhancing safety and compliance with existing age restrictions.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)