The proposed bill, HB25-1054, seeks to repeal several provisions related to firearm dealers that were enacted in House Bill 24-1353. The provisions to be repealed include:
State Firearms Dealer Permit Requirement: The mandate for firearms dealers to obtain a state permit to engage in the business of dealing firearms, effective July 1, 2025.
Department of Revenue Inspections: The requirement for the Department of Revenue to conduct on-site inspections of state permit holders.
Firearm Security Measures: The obligation for dealers to secure firearms in a manner that prevents public access.
Reporting Obligations: Specific requirements for dealers to report suspected straw purchases and firearm thefts by employees to law enforcement.
Sales Restrictions: The prohibition on dealers selling or transferring firearms outside of posted business hours or to individuals under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
Training and Qualifications: The requirement for dealers and their employees to annually complete a training course and meet minimum qualifications, including background checks.
The bill aims to remove these regulations, potentially altering the oversight and operational standards for firearms dealers in Colorado.
Summary
The bill repeals the requirements related to dealing firearms
enacted in House Bill 24-1353, including repealing the following:
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The requirement for a firearms dealer (dealer) to obtain a state firearms dealer permit (state permit) to engage in the business of dealing in firearms on and after July 1, 2025;
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The requirement for the department of revenue to conduct on-site inspections of state permit holders;
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The requirement that a dealer secure firearms in a manner that prevents members of the public from accessing the firearms;
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Specific requirements for a dealer to report to law enforcement about suspected straw purchases and firearm thefts by employees;
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The prohibition on a dealer selling or transferring a firearm outside of the dealer's posted business hours or to a person who is under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance;
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The requirement for each dealer and each employee of a dealer whose position involves handling firearms to annually complete a training course; and
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Minimum qualifications for employees of dealers and the requirement for employees to submit to background checks.
