SB822

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition; and, in preemptions, providing for regulation of firearms and ammunition.

Chamber Passed·5/6/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB822 aims to preempt local regulation of firearms and ammunition, allowing only state-level oversight.

Pennsylvania SB822 seeks to clarify the state's exclusive authority over the regulation of firearms and ammunition, preempting any local ordinances, resolutions, regulations, rules, practices, or actions that conflict with state law. The bill also provides legal recourse for individuals adversely affected by local enforcement actions that violate state preemption provisions, allowing them to seek declarative and injunctive relief, actual damages, and reasonable expenses in court.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 13–9 · May 6
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
22
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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20 Nay

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Calendar

May 6

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

May 4

12:00 AM

Local Government (s) Hearing

History

May 7

House

Referred to Judiciary

May 6

Senate

Re-reported as committed

May 6

Senate

Third consideration and final passage (30-20)