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S2285Introduced in the Senate

Increases sentences for carrying a stolen firearm when committing a crime of violence and for possessing a stolen firearm. Requires that a person convicted of these offenses serve a period of time in which they would not be eligible for parole/ probation.

IntroducedSenate Judiciary

Introduced by Leonidas Raptakis, District 33

What does this bill do?

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Official description

CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS - Increases sentences for carrying a stolen firearm when committing a crime of violence and for possessing a stolen firearm. Requires that a person convicted of these offenses serve a period of time in which they would not be eligible for parole/ probation.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

April 14, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study · April 14, 2026

11

Yes

0

No

1

Absent or Not Voting

12 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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