Last night, in the early morning hours of May 6th, progressives in the Connecticut Senate passed H5043, the Governor's bill banning future manufacture, sale, and importation of many commonly owned handguns in Connecticut. It also puts new restrictions on unfinished frames and receivers. This bill takes aim at law-abiding manufacturers, dealers, and residents rather than individuals performing illegal modifications to notably mainstream firearm platforms.
With a 22-11 vote in the chamber, the bill is now headed to the Governor's desk. Having originally sponsored the proposal, Ned Lamont is fully expected to rubber stamp H5043 into law.
The Connecticut legislature is scheduled to adjourn their 2026 session by midnight tonight. Please stay tuned to the NRA-ILA website and your inbox for updates.
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