HUGE UPDATE: All the Different Ways the Washington State Legislature Disarmed Its Citizens in 2022

Published on March 7, 2022
Duration: 10:39

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, details restrictive firearm legislation passed in the 2021-2022 Washington State legislative session. Key bills include SB 5078, banning standard capacity magazines over 10 rounds, and HB 1705, prohibiting untraceable firearms and unfinished receivers. HB 1630 also expanded firearm restrictions in specific locations. Kirk emphasizes the need for lawful gun owners to understand these new regulations.

Quick Summary

In 2022, Washington State enacted significant firearm legislation, including SB 5078 banning magazines over 10 rounds and HB 1705 prohibiting untraceable firearms and unfinished receivers. HB 1630 also expanded firearm restrictions to include school board meeting facilities.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Legislative Session Overview
  2. 01:47SB 5078 - Magazine Ban
  3. 02:24HB 1705 - Ghost Gun Ban
  4. 03:12HB 1630 - Restricted Locations
  5. 03:39SB 5561 - Rights Restoration (Failed)
  6. 05:47HB 1618 - Election Sites (Stalled)
  7. 06:23SB 5217 - Assault Weapon Ban (Stalled)
  8. 07:38SB 5568 - Local Preemption (Pulled)
  9. 09:14Final Session Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key firearm laws passed in Washington State in 2022?

In 2022, Washington State passed SB 5078, banning magazines over 10 rounds, and HB 1705, prohibiting untraceable firearms and unfinished receivers. HB 1630 also expanded firearm restrictions in specific locations.

When did the Washington State magazine ban (SB 5078) take effect?

Senate Bill 5078, which bans standard capacity magazines over 10 rounds, became effective on July 1, 2022, in Washington State.

What does the 'ghost gun' ban (HB 1705) in Washington State cover?

Washington's HB 1705 bans untraceable firearms, including unfinished frames and receivers. It requires serialization or disposal of these items by March 10, 2023.

Where are firearms now restricted under HB 1630 in Washington State?

House Bill 1630 expanded firearm restrictions to include facilities where school boards conduct business. This measure was an emergency act, effective immediately upon the Governor's signature.

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