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A01169Introduced in the Assembly

Prohibits the sale or promotional distribution of machetes to minors; defines machete as a large heavy knife with a broad blade, used primarily for cutting brush or vegetation.

IntroducedAssembly Consumer Affairs and Protection

Introduced by Philip Ramos, District 6

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Prohibits the sale or promotional distribution of machetes to minors; defines machete as a large heavy knife with a broad blade, used primarily for cutting brush or vegetation.

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referred to consumer affairs and protection

January 7, 2026

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  1. referred to consumer affairs and protection

  2. referred to consumer affairs and protection

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