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Family and Law Enforcement Protection Act

IntroducedSenate Judicial Proceedings

Introduced by Shelly Hettleman, District 11

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Altering and establishing provisions relating to the surrender of firearms by a respondent under the domestic violence statutes; and requiring a local law enforcement authority to take certain actions within 3 business days after service of an order against a respondent who is not in compliance with an order to surrender certain firearms.

Where it stands

Hearing 1/20 at 1:00 p.m.

January 13, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Pre-filed

  2. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

  3. Hearing 1/20 at 1:00 p.m.

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