HB 1642 (2026)
Establish extreme risk protection orders for firearms ("red flag law")
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Last updated 2026-01-29 8:43 am
Summary:
Establishes a legal process for issuing extreme risk protection orders to temporarily restrict firearm access for individuals found to pose an immediate risk of harm to themselves or others. Family, household members, and law enforcement could petition the court for an order. An extreme risk protection order would restrict a person's access to firearms, and is also known as a "red flag law."
Status:
Public Hearing Date:
01/14/2026 02:00 pm
Public Hearing Location:
GP Room 159
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