All the Scary Stuff Coming Out of Olympia in 2022. (Legislative Update 3).

Published on January 19, 2022
Duration: 14:26

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides an expert analysis of five key firearm-related bills in the 2022 Washington State legislative session. The video details proposed bans on 'assault weapons' (SB 5217), high-capacity magazines (SSB 5078), and untraceable firearms/80% lowers (HB 1705), alongside carry restrictions at voting sites (HB 1618) and school board meetings (HB 1630). Kirk highlights grandfather clauses and potential compliance challenges.

Quick Summary

William Kirk of Washington Gun Law analyzes five key 2022 WA firearm bills: SB 5217 (assault weapon ban), SSB 5078 (12-round magazine limit), HB 1618 (voting site carry ban), HB 1630 (school board meeting firearm ban), and HB 1705 (ghost gun/80% lower ban). Grandfather clauses and compliance are discussed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 2022 WA Legislative Session Overview
  2. 02:04SB 5217: Assault Weapon Ban Details
  3. 05:06SSB 5078: High-Capacity Magazine Ban
  4. 08:09HB 1618: Carry Restrictions at Voting Sites
  5. 09:44HB 1630: Restrictions at School Board Meetings
  6. 11:15HB 1705: Ghost Gun and 80% Lower Ban

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main firearm bills proposed in Washington State in 2022?

In 2022, Washington State saw proposals including SB 5217 (assault weapon ban), SSB 5078 (high-capacity magazine ban to 12 rounds), HB 1618 (carry restrictions at voting sites), HB 1630 (firearm ban at school board meetings), and HB 1705 (ban on ghost guns and 80% lowers).

Does SB 5217 ban all AR-15s and AK-47s in Washington?

SB 5217 aims to ban 62 types of firearms defined as 'assault weapons,' which include common platforms like AR-15s and AK-47s. However, it includes a grandfather clause for firearms legally owned before September 10, 2022.

What are the new magazine capacity limits in Washington under SSB 5078?

SSB 5078 proposes limiting firearm magazine capacity to 12 rounds. Existing magazines with higher capacities, like 30-round PMAGs, are grandfathered if owned prior to the bill's enactment, though proof of ownership is advised.

Are 80% lower receivers legal in Washington after HB 1705?

No, HB 1705, effective September 10, 2022, bans untraceable firearms and 80% lower receivers in Washington State. There is no grandfather clause; these items must be serialized by a licensed manufacturer FFL.

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