2009 House Bill 5038

Revise “pistol” definition

Introduced in the House

June 3, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Kate Ebli (D-56)

To establish that if the definition of “pistol” is revised as proposed by House Bill 5037 so that it applies to a firearm less than 26 inches long, rather than 30 inches, then those with a firearm that falls in that gap would still be allowed to possess, carry or transport the firearm as a pistol.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation

June 9, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

June 16, 2009

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 108 to 0 (details)

To establish that ifthe definition of “pistol” is revised as proposed by House Bill 5037 so that it applies to a firearm less than 26 inches long, rather than 30 inches, then those with a firearm that falls in that gap would still be allowed to possess, carry or transport the firearm as a pistol.

Received in the Senate

June 17, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary