HB48 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

H. Mac Gipson

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Firearms, accessories, and ammunition manufactured in this state, under Commerce Clause of U. S. Constitution exempt from federal regulation, Firearms Freedom Act

Summary

HB48 would exempt firearms, accessories, and ammunition manufactured and kept entirely within Alabama from federal regulation, with certain exceptions and a stamp requirement.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition manufactured and retained in Alabama would not be regulated by the federal government under interstate commerce rules. The act defines key terms and asserts that intrastate manufacturing and regulation fall to the state. It applies to items manufactured in Alabama from basic materials and kept in Alabama on or after Oct 1, 2010, and requires a 'Made in Alabama' stamp on a central metallic part. It also lists certain firearms and ammunition that are not covered by the act.

Who It Affects

• Alabama-based manufacturers and private makers who produce firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition in Alabama and keep them there; these items would be exempt from federal regulation and must include a 'Made in Alabama' stamp if produced under the act.
• Alabama residents and buyers who possess Alabama-made firearms, accessories, or ammunition; their intrastate items would be governed by Alabama law rather than federal interstate commerce regulations, subject to the act's exclusions.

Key Provisions

• Exempts Alabama-made firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition manufactured and retained within Alabama from federal regulation under the Commerce Clause.
• Excludes certain firearms and ammunition from the act (as specified in Section 5).
• Defines terms used in the act, including 'borders of Alabama', 'firearm accessories', and 'manufactured'.
• Requires items manufactured or sold in Alabama to have the words 'Made in Alabama' stamped on a central metallic part (such as the receiver or frame).
• Applies to firearms, accessories, and ammunition manufactured under the act and retained in Alabama on or after October 1, 2010.
• Effective date is the first day of the third month following passage and approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Firearms