11/04/2026
Coming soon to PA?
With a Democratic trifecta now in place, these gun bills that already advanced (or nearly advanced) in the House are expected back in 2027:
• Universal background checks (including private long-gun sales) — HB 1593 passed the House 104-99 in 2025. Private long-gun transfers currently often don’t require a check. Supporters call it closing a loophole; opponents call it a step toward a de facto registry.
• Red flag / extreme risk protection orders — Allows courts to temporarily remove fi****ms from people deemed a danger to themselves or others. Similar bills have come within one vote of passing the House (e.g., 101-102).
• Ghost gun / untraceable fi***rm restrictions — Rules on 3D-printed guns, kits, and fi****ms without serial numbers. Multiple versions have passed or nearly passed the House; Shapiro has previously supported action in this area.
• Ban on machine-gun conversion devices (e.g., switches that convert semi-autos to full-auto rates) — Nearly passed the House by a single vote.
These have the clearest track record from the last session. Expect them to move faster once the new legislature is sworn in.
