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HB 5043·CT·house

AN ACT CONCERNING CONVERTIBLE PISTOLS, UNFINISHED FRAMES OR UNFINISHED LOWER RECEIVERS, VOLUNTARY RELINQUISHMENT OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION AND REFUNDABILITY OF PERMITS FOR SALE AT RETAIL OF FIREARMS AND FOR CARRYING OF PISTOLS AND REVOLVERS.

Signed into LawFiled Feb 5, 2026
Sponsor: Steven Winter (D)
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SIGNED BY GOVERNOR

May 26, 2026

Summary

The bill adds new definitions for “convertible pistol,” “pistol converter,” and “machine gun,” then makes it illegal for anyone to manufacture, sell, import, transport, or keep for sale a convertible pistol in the state. Violations are classified as a Class D felony. Exemptions apply for law‑enforcement, military, nuclear‑facility security, and licensed gun dealers or gunsmiths working for them.

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