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Minnesota Democrats Push AR-15 Ban and Inspections

2/23/2026

Summary

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On February 20, 2026, reports indicate Minnesota Democrats backing House File 3433 (HF 3433), which would ban ownership and transfer of AR-15s and other semiautomatic firearms.
The bill would authorize law enforcement to inspect homes for storage compliance.
If enacted, the law would take effect January 1, 2027, include a grandfather clause enabling current owners to obtain a certificate of ownership, and require storage compliance inspections by law enforcement.

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Story summary

On February 20, 2026, reports indicate Minnesota Democrats backing House File 3433 (HF 3433), which would ban ownership and transfer of AR-15s and other semiautomatic firearms.
The bill would authorize law enforcement to inspect homes for storage compliance.
If enacted, the law would take effect January 1, 2027, include a grandfather clause enabling current owners to obtain a certificate of ownership, and require storage compliance inspections by law enforcement.