Connecticut Glock-Style Pistol Ban HB 5043 Heads to Gov. Lamont

Summary

Connecticut's HB 5043, a bill banning the future sale and importation of "convertible pistols" (targeting Glock-style striker-fired handguns), passed both the House and Senate and is now headed to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk. If signed, the ban will take effect on October 1, 2026, making violations a Class D felony with penalties up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine.