AB245

Revises provisions relating to firearms. (BDR 15-648)

Vetoed·6/2/25

Nevada AB245 prohibits children under 21 from possessing semiautomatic shotguns and centerfire rifles, with exceptions for hunting and authorized.

Nevada AB245 amends existing law to prohibit individuals under the age of 21 from handling, possessing, or controlling semiautomatic shotguns and semiautomatic centerfire rifles. Exceptions are made for children aged 14 and older who possess a valid hunting license, allowing them to handle or possess non-semiautomatic rifles or shotguns under specific conditions, such as attending a hunter education course or participating in lawful hunting activities.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

12 Yea

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8 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

May 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Mar 27, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Meeting of the Assembly Judiciary and Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 3, 2025

Assembly

(No further action taken.)

Jun 2, 2025

Assembly

Vetoed by the Governor.

Jun 2, 2025

Assembly

Returned to Assembly with Governor's veto message.