Yesterday afternoon, Senate Judiciary Chair, Senator Joseph Cervantes, announced plans to hear SB 279 (GOSAFE) on Monday at 1:30 PM. An agenda has not yet been posted at this time, however it's critical that NRA members and Second Amendment supporters across the state get involved today. Use the take action button below to contact members of the Senate Judiciary Committee!
Senate Bill 279: Gas-Operated Semiauto Firearms Exclusion Act SB 279 seeks to regulate and prohibit the possession of a wide range of semiautomatic firearms commonly used by law-abiding citizens for recreation, hunting, self-defense, and competitive shooting.
Among the multiple regulations placed on law-abiding New Mexicans, those who currently possess firearms covered by the bill would be required to register with the state by January 1, 2026, to continue to lawfully possess them, enabling the creation of a firearm owner registry. A firearm owner must have the certification notarized and must carry their copy of the certification outside their own property. Licensed firearm dealers will have to mark firearms, maintain records of certifications, and make these available for law enforcement inspection.
Starting January 1, 2026, possession of these firearms would be prohibited, with limited exceptions. This legislation threatens to criminalize responsible gun owners and undermine constitutional rights.
Again, use the take action button to contact members of the committee to urge their opposition to this unconstitutional overreach! Stay tuned to your inbox and www.nraila.org for updates on your Second Amendment rights in New Mexico.
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