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List of rulemaking activity
Semiautomatic assault rifle fee
- All business and professional licensing
- Firearms dealers
Completed
Current rule(s)
Semiautomatic assault rifle fee (WAC 308-500-010)
Summary
We removed the requirement for firearm dealers to charge a fee for semiautomatic assault rifle purchases. This change allows firearms dealers to charge a background check fee for the Secure Automated Firearm E-check system run by the Washington State Patrol.
Current step
March 26, 2024
Rule repealed